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Mission Statement
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
USA
State
Medical School
Mission Statement
AL
Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine at the
University of South Alabama
“Our mission is to provide innovative research, education, and clinical care in a
culture of excellence, discovery, and scholarship to the next generation of
physicians, scientists, and educators to advance patient-centered and equitable
healthcare.”
AL
University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E.
Heersink School of Medicine
UAB Heersink Mission and Vision Statements
Mission
To advance health and healing through patient care, education, and discovery.
Vision
To be a leader in making a global impact through innovative care, transformative
discovery, and collaborative teaching and learning.
Admissions Statement
The UAB Heersink School of Medicine selects applicants poised to become
exceptional clinicians, physician scientists, and medical educators. We seek
academically qualified candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences who
exhibit strong competence in one or more of the following: dedication to serving
others, cultural sensitivity, communication skills, teamwork, and leadership. Our
holistic admissions process values applicants with demonstrated interest in serving
underserved rural and urban communities, addressing medical disparities,
advancing research and innovation, and/or practicing primary care medicine. We
are committed to recruiting and training applicants from Alabama, students with
close ties to Alabama, and/or students who demonstrate passion for the mission of
the UAB Heersink School of Medicine.
AR
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College
of Medicine
To improve health and increase knowledge through innovative teaching, ground-
breaking research, state-of-the-art patient care and outstanding service to
Arkansas, our nation and the world. The UAMS College of Medicine leads the way
in educating exemplary physicians and translating biomedical discovery into
innovative treatments that enable our health care teams to deliver superior medical
care. The mission is to improve the health, health care and well-being of
Arkansans, others in the region, the nation and other countries in the world by
educating current and future health professionals and the public. By providing high
quality, innovative patent- and family-centered health care as well as specialty
expertise not routinely available in smaller community settings. Core values include
commitment to diversity and health equity supported by diversity of UAMS
leadership, faculty, staff, and learners to reduce health care disparities in our state,
and honor the unique contributions provided by a diversity of values, beliefs, and
cultures.
AZ
University of Arizona College of Medicine
The mission of the University of Arizona College of Medicine Office of Admissions
is to select a diverse cohort of students who will become the future leaders in
advancing health care to the distinct communities that comprise Arizona and the
United States. Consistent with the mission of The University of Arizona College of
Medicine, selection of individuals with a demonstrated commitment to serve as
care providers, physician scientists, clinical leaders, medical educators and/or
public health experts, including advocates for rural and urban underserved
populations, is highly valued. Applicants seeking admission should exhibit qualities
of altruism, academic excellence, leadership and dedication to becoming lifelong
learners through research endeavors and academic development.
AZ
University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix
The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix inspires and trains
exemplary physicians, scientists and leaders to optimize health and health care in
Arizona and beyond. We are uniquely positioned to accelerate the biomedical and
economic engines in Phoenix and the State by leveraging our vital relationships
with key clinical and community partners.
Core Values: Collaboration, Community, Diversity, Excellence, Innovation,
Integrity, and Servant Leadership.
CA
California Northstate University College of Medicine
To advance the science and art of healthcare through education, service, research,
personal wellness, and social accountability.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
CA
California University of Science and Medicine-
School of Medicine
To advance the art and science of medicine through innovative medical education,
research, and compassionate healthcare delivery in an inclusive environment that
advocates critical thinking, creativity, integrity, and professionalism.
CA
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and
Science College of Medicine
• The mission of the College of Medicine is to provide education, research and
clinical service in the context of community engagement in order to train physician
leaders who promote wellness, who provide care with excellence and compassion,
and who are committed to transforming the health of diverse and underserved
communities.
• Vision Statement:
Excellent health and wellness for all in a world without health disparities.
CA
Kaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson School of
Medicine
To provide a world-class medical education that ignites a passion for learning, a
desire to serve, and an unwavering commitment to improve the health and well-
being of patients and communities.
CA
Keck School of Medicine of the University of
Southern California
The mission of the Keck School of Medicine of USC has always been a lofty one:
to solve the most intractable health problems affecting humanity. Since our humble
beginnings in 1885, the Keck School has grown into an international education,
health care and research powerhouse in one of the nation’s top universities.
CA
Loma Linda University School of Medicine
The mission of the School of Medicine is to continue the teaching and healing
ministry of Jesus Christ. Our overriding purpose is to foster the formation of
Christian physicians, providing whole-person care to individuals, families, and
communities. Fulfilling this responsibility requires education, research, service,
developing the whole person, and reaching the world.
CA
Stanford University School of Medicine
MD Program Mission Statement
To educate and inspire a diverse group of leaders in medicine and science who will
improve human health through discovery, innovation, scholarship, education, and
the delivery of outstanding patient-centered care.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
CA
University of California, Davis, School of Medicine
Transforming lives by improving health through the combined power of education,
research, clinical care, and community.
Here our some ways we put our mission into ACTION:
Admissions Practices/Priorities-The Office of Admissions conducts holistic training
for all individuals involved in admissions, emphasizing their responsibilities, need
for confidentiality and other topics including implicit association (bias) and other
key factors influencing admissions decisions. All participants take a university
provided training related to diversity and inclusion, implicit bias, and anti-racism.
UC Davis utilizes a socio-economic disadvantaged score, based on AMCAS
information, to attach a numeric value to each applicant’s perseverance, grit, and
distance traveled, which becomes part of the holistic admission evaluation.
Beginning in 2009, UC Davis has implemented several successful strategies to
support enrollment of students from traditionally underrepresented in medicine
groups and those who plan to work in medically underserved areas. Students can
apply to enroll in: Accelerated Competency-based Education in Primary Care
(ACE-PC), a three-year M.D. program designed with Kaiser Permanente to bolster
the primary care workforce in California; TEACH-MS, Transforming Education and
Community Health for Medical Students, geared for students who want to work in
urban underserved areas; REACH, or Reimagining Education to Advance central
California Health, for students aspiring to work in the Central Valley; the Rural
Program in Medical Education focusing on closing workforce shortages in rural
areas of northern California; and Tribal Health PRIME, designed to provide
students with the appropriate knowledge and skills to practice medicine in
California’s urban and rural tribal communities. COMPADRE or California Oregon
Medical Partnership to Address Disparities in Rural Education is a bold partnership
to address workforce shortages in Oregon and Northern California by connecting
students from underserved tribal, rural and urban communities to rewarding
medical school and residency experiences throughout the region.
Mission-focused Graduates-Over the past 10 years, over 75% of CHS graduates
have matched into primary care residencies. In 2023, US News and World Report
ranked UC Davis #3 in the U.S. for Diversity, #5 for Family Medicine and #6 for
Primary Care.
Student Life/Support Services-The Office of Student and Resident Diversity
supports all students with a focus on groups historically underrepresented in
medicine, working to cultivate a safe learning environment in which diversity can be
nurtured in an inclusive, accepting and productive manner. This unit is lead by our
newly appointed Associate Dean for Diverse and Inclusive Education and
Associate Dean for Diverse and Inclusive Learning Communities. The Office of
Student Learning and Educational Resources is a comprehensive academic
support unit providing assistance to students in developing learning strategies that
support their academic success and promote life-long learning. The Office of
Student Wellness develops and implements medical student wellness initiatives,
fostering collaborations that will lead to a culture of excellence and well-being. The
Academic Coaching Program utilizes clinical faculty to anchor and guide students
throughout their medical school journey. Coaches help students understand the
culture of medicine, their contribution to it, and how to identify and achieve their
goals.
CA
University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine
Mission Statement: Discover - Teach - Heal
Vision Statement: Powered by discovery and inclusive excellence, UCI School of
Medicine will advance individual and population health.
CA
University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen
School of Medicine
To improve health and healthcare, UCLA will:
o Create world leaders in health and science
o Discover the basis for health and cures for disease
o Optimize health through community partnerships
o Heal humankind one patient at a time
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
CA
University of California, Riverside School of
Medicine
The mission of the UCR School of Medicine is to improve the health of the people
of California and, especially, to serve Inland Southern California by training a
diverse workforce of physicians and by developing innovative research and health
care delivery programs that will improve the health of the medically underserved in
the region and become models to be emulated throughout the state and nation.
CA
University of California, San Diego School of
Medicine
The mission of the UC San Diego School of Medicine is to provide skilled,
compassionate physicians well-trained to practice medicine who are sensitive to
the needs of the special populations of our region and the nation. In addition, we
strive to build on our exceptional biomedical, behavioral and health services
research strengths to extend the boundaries of the art and science of medicine
through continued research and the preparation of future academicians. In these
ways, we also strive to improve the overall health of the population.
CA
University of California, San Francisco, School of
Medicine
UC San Francisco is the leading university dedicated to advancing health
worldwide through preeminent biomedical research, graduate-level education in
the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. Within our
overarching advancing health worldwide mission, UCSF is devoted at every level
to serving the public.
CO
University of Colorado School of Medicine
The mission of the University of Colorado School of Medicine is to provide
Colorado, the
nation and the world with programs of excellence in:
Education: through the provision of educational programs to medical students,
allied health
students, graduate students, graduate medical education residents and fellows,
practicing health professionals and the public at large;
Research: through the development of new knowledge in the basic and clinical
sciences, as well as in health policy and health care education;
Clinical care: through state-of-the-art clinical programs which reflect the unique
educational
environment of the University, as well as the needs of the patients it serves, and;
Community service: through sharing the School's expertise and knowledge to
enhance the
broader community, including our affiliated institutions, other health care
professionals, alumni
and other colleagues, and citizens of the state.
CT
Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at
Quinnipiac University
The Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine is dedicated to educating current and
future physicians to serve our community, as well as our profession. We
accomplish this goal in a student-centered, collaborative environment that values
compassionate care, integrity and inclusivity, academic excellence and
scholarship, adaptability and social responsibility.
CT
University of Connecticut School of Medicine
The mission of the UConn School of Medicine is innovation, discovery and
education. We train the next generation of medical students, residents, specialty
fellows, and clinical practitioners in an environment of exemplary patient care,
research, and public service.
CT
Yale School of Medicine
Yale School of Medicine educates and nurtures creative leaders in medicine and
science, promoting curiosity and critical inquiry in an inclusive environment
enriched by diversity. We advance discovery and innovation fostered by
partnerships across the University, our local community, and the world. We care for
patients with compassion, and commit to improving the health of all people.
DC
Georgetown University School of Medicine
The School of Medicine is heir to the Jesuit traditions of care of the sick and
commitment to service and social justice. It embodies the university’s dedication to
the pursuit of knowledge in service of the community.
The Georgetown medical experience is centered in "Cura Personalis" — care for a
person’s psychological, spiritual, social well-being in addition to their physical well-
being. It lays the groundwork for the intellectual and ethical formation of physician-
healers committed to the clinically competent care and well-being of their patients
and dedicated to the health needs of the underserved in our society.
The result is a community of scholars and healers who are challenged to achieve
their personal potential; dedicated to healing the individual patient; committed to
serving the healthcare needs of the community and advocating for those who have
no voice.
Georgetown University School of Medicine (GUSoM) seeks applicants who chose
to be active Physician healers, scientists and advocates. Commitment to service to
the underserved is a vital part of our admissions criteria and reflective of our Jesuit
mission.
Racial Justice Committee for Change (RJCC)
Led by our values of racial justice and health equity, we are steadfast in our
ongoing commitment to eliminate racism in all forms across our campus. We are
grateful to the members of the Racial Justice Committee for Change, a dedicated
group of students, staff and faculty, for pursuing sustainable change at the School
of Medicine and throughout the medical center.
Curriculum
Our holistic approach to education, the rigorous spirit of inquiry that makes our
community and alumni a force for change in the world, our commitment to social
justice – all underlies everything we do as an institution with a rich Catholic and
Jesuit heritage.
Critical thinking, cognitive integration and life-long learning are qualities that are
vital to successful medical practice and guided the development of the curriculum.
"Cura Personalis" refers to and unites courses related to the development of
professional skills unique to doctoring that include physical diagnosis,
communications and ethics; "Cura Personalis" will run throughout all blocks.
Community Service:
Georgetown University School of Medicine requires each student to complete a
minimum of 20 hours of community service prior to graduation. This requirement is
rooted in "Cura Personalis," one of the many Jesuit values that Georgetown
University upholds in order to offer its students a unique educational experience.
This value suggests individualized attention to the needs of the other, distinct
respect for his or her unique circumstances and concerns and an appropriate
appreciation for his or her particular gifts and insights. By providing service to the
greater community, Georgetown medical students go beyond their roles as student
physicians and serve others in a broader context.
Student Life and Support Services:
The Georgetown University School of Medicine is located in a city and institution
that will share an integral dynamism with your medical education. At the heart of
our nation, the Georgetown University School of Medicine provides students with
robust experiences and opportunities, in addition to a well-rounded medical
education.
GUSoM is committed to ensuring that all students receive educational, spiritual,
psychological, and medical support resources to ensure their well-being.
For additional information:
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cover/services/
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
DC
Georgetown University School of Medicine
The School of Medicine is heir to the Jesuit traditions of care of the sick and
commitment to service and social justice. It embodies the university’s dedication to
the pursuit of knowledge in service of the community.
The Georgetown medical experience is centered in "Cura Personalis" — care for a
person’s psychological, spiritual, social well-being in addition to their physical well-
being. It lays the groundwork for the intellectual and ethical formation of physician-
healers committed to the clinically competent care and well-being of their patients
and dedicated to the health needs of the underserved in our society.
The result is a community of scholars and healers who are challenged to achieve
their personal potential; dedicated to healing the individual patient; committed to
serving the healthcare needs of the community and advocating for those who have
no voice.
Georgetown University School of Medicine (GUSoM) seeks applicants who chose
to be active Physician healers, scientists and advocates. Commitment to service to
the underserved is a vital part of our admissions criteria and reflective of our Jesuit
mission.
Racial Justice Committee for Change (RJCC)
Led by our values of racial justice and health equity, we are steadfast in our
ongoing commitment to eliminate racism in all forms across our campus. We are
grateful to the members of the Racial Justice Committee for Change, a dedicated
group of students, staff and faculty, for pursuing sustainable change at the School
of Medicine and throughout the medical center.
Curriculum
Our holistic approach to education, the rigorous spirit of inquiry that makes our
community and alumni a force for change in the world, our commitment to social
justice – all underlies everything we do as an institution with a rich Catholic and
Jesuit heritage.
Critical thinking, cognitive integration and life-long learning are qualities that are
vital to successful medical practice and guided the development of the curriculum.
"Cura Personalis" refers to and unites courses related to the development of
professional skills unique to doctoring that include physical diagnosis,
communications and ethics; "Cura Personalis" will run throughout all blocks.
Community Service:
Georgetown University School of Medicine requires each student to complete a
minimum of 20 hours of community service prior to graduation. This requirement is
rooted in "Cura Personalis," one of the many Jesuit values that Georgetown
University upholds in order to offer its students a unique educational experience.
This value suggests individualized attention to the needs of the other, distinct
respect for his or her unique circumstances and concerns and an appropriate
appreciation for his or her particular gifts and insights. By providing service to the
greater community, Georgetown medical students go beyond their roles as student
physicians and serve others in a broader context.
Student Life and Support Services:
The Georgetown University School of Medicine is located in a city and institution
that will share an integral dynamism with your medical education. At the heart of
our nation, the Georgetown University School of Medicine provides students with
robust experiences and opportunities, in addition to a well-rounded medical
education.
GUSoM is committed to ensuring that all students receive educational, spiritual,
psychological, and medical support resources to ensure their well-being.
For additional information:
https://som.georgetown.edu/diversityequityandinclusion/studentorganizations/
cover/services/
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
DC
George Washington University School of Medicine
& Health Sciences
The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences is
dedicated to improving the health of our local, national, and global communities by:
Educating a diverse workforce of tomorrow's leaders in medicine, science, and
health sciences.
Healing through innovative and compassionate care.
Advancing biomedical, translational, and health services delivery research with an
emphasis on multidisciplinary collaboration.
Promoting a culture of excellence through inclusion, service, and advocacy.
As a globally recognized academic medical center, GW embraces the challenge of
eliminating health disparities and transforming health care to enrich and improve
the lives of those we serve.
DC
Howard University College of Medicine
Howard University College of Medicine provides students of high academic
potential with a medical education of exceptional quality and prepares physicians
and other health care professionals to serve the underserved. Particular focus is
on the education of disadvantaged students for careers in medicine. Special
attention is directed to teaching and research activities that address health care
disparities.
FL
Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida
Atlantic University
The FAU Schmidt College of Medicine is committed to transforming healthcare in
South Florida and beyond through: Training exceptional clinicians and cutting-
edge scientists. Driving scientific breakthroughs in discovery, basic and
translational research. Inspiring our diverse community to get and stay healthy.
Revolutionizing health outcomes through innovative care pathways. Attracting and
retaining the best healthcare workforce. Partnering with stakeholders to improve
access to care.
FL
Florida International University Herbert Wertheim
College of Medicine
By providing an environment enhanced by diversity, clinical innovation, and
research, Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine
prepares socially accountable, community-based physicians, scientists, and health
professionals who are uniquely qualified to transform the health of patients and
communities.
FL
Florida State University College of Medicine
The Florida State University College of Medicine will educate and develop
exemplary physicians who practice patient-centered health care, discover and
advance knowledge, and are responsive to community needs, especially through
service to elder, rural, minority, and underserved populations.
FL
Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel
College of Allopathic Medicine
Advancing human health through innovation in medical education, research,
patient care and community engagement.
FL
University of Central Florida College of Medicine
The University of Central Florida College of Medicine educates and inspires
individuals to be exemplary physicians and scientists, leaders in medicine, scholars
in discovery, and adopters of innovative technology to improve the health and well-
being of all.
Our patient-centered mission is achieved by outstanding medical care and
services, groundbreaking research, and leading-edge medical and biomedical
education in a diverse environment.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
FL
University of Florida College of Medicine
The UF College of Medicine strives to improve health care in Florida, our nation,
and the world through excellence, superior leadership in education, clinical care,
discovery, and service.
We advance our mission through a curriculum and learning environment focused
on training our students above all to care deeply and well for their patients and for
each other. Six core competencies guide the training, assessment and feedback
students can expect: medical knowledge, patient care, systems-based practice,
professionalism, communication and practice-based, guided learning and
improvement. Our curriculum organizes the acquisition of medical knowledge and
skills using a systems-based approach that integrates basic sciences, clinical
sciences, health systems, social sciences, and wellbeing. Faculty nurture students’
professional identity through structured encounters with standardized patients,
longitudinal mentorship both individually and in teams and immersion in real world
scenarios. We intend for all of our students to be well-rounded leaders in patient
advocacy.
UF Health’s wide service area promotes health systems-informed practice and an
interdisciplinary, team-based culture serving diverse patient populations. Students
have easy access to mentors and teachers in over 100 primary care, advanced
specialty and subspecialty services. In addition, our students learn from and
practice with social services professionals, attending faculty, trainees and patients,
among other team members, to coordinate care, problem-solve and improve
patient outcomes. The full campus in Gainesville includes Shands Hospital, a
quaternary care facility which serves as UF’s main teaching hospital and five co-
located affiliate hospitals including a Veterans Affairs hospital and children’s
hospital, six health professions colleges and nine research centers/institutes. UF
Health Jacksonville offers a downtown training hospital and multiple inpatient and
outpatient practices serving patients throughout North Florida and South Georgia.
We also encourage our students to participate in research and discovery across
our academic and clinical enterprises. Eleven scholarly tracks offer short and long
term research opportunities.
A program based on care will not succeed without an environment that also cares
for students. Robust student services include a full-time counselor, full-time
learning specialist, structured peer-to-peer mentoring program, wellness curriculum
and multiple mechanisms for students to contribute to ongoing program
improvement.
Our mission informs a holistic admissions practice that seeks those who are not
only medically informed, but exhibit throughout the application a genuine
humanistic drive and a desire to learn and work in intra- and interdisciplinary teams
toward a greater good. Successful candidates demonstrate a desire to grow and
be challenged personally, academically and professionally. In evaluating the
application and interview, we credit the myriad ways that individuals acquire and
demonstrate the character, preparation, resilience and skills that contribute to
transforming good medical students into excellent physicians. We evaluate the
competencies we seek in part by asking applicants to reflect on how their personal
values intersect with medicine and to attempt to think like a physician by
responding to the narrative of a real patient encounter. As our curriculum
emphasizes exceptional patient care within a setting that prioritizes community and
student support, the personal attributes that applicants demonstrate are key as we
consider who will thrive in and enhance our community. We evaluate these in the
written application by way of the quality and consistency of essays, experiences,
and letters of recommendation. During the interview phase we conduct one-on-
one conversational interviews and incorporate our students and faculty throughout
our interview day to introduce future students to our community.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
FL
University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of
Medicine
The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine’s mission is to provide state-of-
the-art, translational and evidence-based information to enhance the quality of
education, research, and clinical practice, to foster professional growth, to
stimulate intellectual (academic) curiosity, and to promote excellence in the
delivery of health care in South Florida and internationally. These educational
activities will be relevant to medical knowledge, clinical performance, soundly
performed research and/or patient outcomes.
FL
USF Health Morsani College of Medicine
The mission of the Morsani College of Medicine at the University of South Florida
is to provide for the education of students and professionals of the health and
biomedical sciences through the creation of a scholarly environment that fosters
excellence in the lifelong goals of education, research activity and compassionate
patient care.
GA
Emory University School of Medicine
We are committed to recruiting and developing a diverse group of students and
innovative leaders in biomedical science, public health, medical education, and
clinical care. We foster a culture that integrates leading-edge basic, translational,
and clinical research to further the ability to deliver quality health care, predict
illness, treat the sick, and promote the health of our patients and our communities.
Our mission objectives are as follows:
-Provide outstanding educational programs for medical and graduate students and
healthcare professionals
-Develop outstanding lifelong learners who will provide the highest quality
compassionate care and will serve the needs of their communities in the best
traditions of our profession
-Conduct innovative and collaborative research and integrate this knowledge into
the practice of medicine
-Advance the early detection, treatment, and prevention of disease
-Ensure the highest ethical and professional standards in all endeavors
GA
Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University
The mission of the Medical College of Georgia (MCG) at Augusta University is to
lead Georgia and the nation to better health through excellence in biomedical
education, discovery, patient care and service.
The impact of MCG spans from its founding nearly 200 years ago, in 1828, as one
of the nation's first medical schools to its current role optimizing health and health
care in Georgia and beyond. The Medical College of Georgia, one of the nation’s
largest medical schools by class size, is fully accredited by the LCME. The
educational experience is anchored by the main campus in Augusta, two full four-
year partnership campuses located in Athens and Savannah, and three regional
clinical campuses located in Savannah/Brunswick, Rome/Dalton, and Albany.
MCG’s partnerships with physicians and hospitals across Georgia currently
provides about 350 sites where students can experience the full spectrum of
medicine, from complex care hospitals to small-town solo practices. MCG and its
teaching hospitals also provide postgraduate education to nearly 600 residents and
fellows in 51 different ACGME-approved programs.
As the state's only public medical school, MCG provides admissions preference to
Georgia residents and those applicants seeking future practice in the state. MCG's
tailor-made curriculum focuses on experiential and active learning to ensure our
students will be practice ready upon graduation, offering the full span of
comprehensive patient care. Students choose from directed pathways including,
early entry into primary care, advanced residency preparation, dual degrees, and
advanced research concentration.
MCG students receive comprehensive academic, personal, and professional
support throughout their medical education which is reflected in our consistently
above average match rate for graduates (Class of 2023, 99% match into 23
specialties spanning 35 states). MCG is the largest provider of physicians,
including primary care and specialty trained, within the State of Georgia.
GA
Mercer University School of Medicine
The mission of Mercer University School of Medicine (MUSM) is to educate
physicians and health professionals to meet the primary care and health care
needs of rural and medically underserved areas of Georgia.
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GA
Morehouse School of Medicine
Morehouse School of Medicine is dedicated to improving the health and well-being
of individuals and communities; increasing the diversity of the health professional
and scientific workforce; and addressing primary health-care needs through
programs in education, research, and service, with emphasis on people of color
and the underserved urban and rural populations in Georgia and the nation.
HI
University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of
Medicine
JABSOM, as part of the fabric of Hawai‘i, is a diverse learning community
committed to excellence and leadership in:
- Educating current and future healthcare professionals and leaders
- Delivering high-quality healthcare
- Conducting research and translating discoveries into practice
- Establishing community partnerships and fostering multidisciplinary collaboration
- Pursuing alliances unique to Hawai¿i and the Asia-Pacific region
- Acting with forethought regarding right relationships, respect, and moral action.
IA
University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver
College of Medicine
The Admissions Committee for the University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver
College of Medicine admits students who have a genuine interest in the study and
practice of medicine; show a desire and commitment to serve the public in matters
of health; and who have the intellectual and conceptual skills to manage the
changing scientific and technological information required by a competent
physician in today's world.
Personal qualities considered by the Admissions Committee include high moral
character, independent thinking, the ability to communicate and interact with others
in a sensitive and caring way, the ability to maintain professionalism in stressful
situations, and dedication to the idea of service.
Understanding the importance of the educational benefits resulting from a diverse
student population and the interest by the medical profession in serving the
healthcare needs of a changing American population, the Admissions Committee
values each applicant’s unique strengths, experiences and background.
To execute our mission, the committee utilizes a holistic review of all candidates.
Our committee values each candidates' different experiences and personal stories
and takes into consideration: first generation college students, rural backgrounds
and experiences, socioeconomic status, gender identity, and any other impactful
experiences students describe in their application that will make them a
compassionate and excellent physician.
Please read our sections about Campus Life to learn more about how Carver's
mission informs our culture of collaboration and other initiatives.
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State
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Mission Statement
IL
Carle Illinois College of Medicine
The Carle Illinois College of Medicine is the world’s first engineering-based medical
school.
We educate exceptional physician-innovators to deliver high-value, compassionate
health care through transformative solutions developed at the intersection of
engineering, science and medicine. A CI MED physician innovator will be a leader
who is trained via interdisciplinary immersion to develop these transformative
health care solutions.
Our vision is to be a global leader in transformative medical education, research
and clinical care innovation, improving the health and well-being of patients and
communities around the world.
We are driven by key qualities that permeate our culture and result in a self-
enhancing environment:
• Compassion: We are focused on improving the human condition through
compassionate care for patients, society and the world at large.
• Competence: We are confident in our capacity to prepare board-certified
physicians who are also innovators who will revolutionize healthcare delivery.
• Curiosity: Change doesn’t just happen. Through a unique blend of unwavering
curiosity, determination and a giant leap into new ways of thinking, we challenge
the status quo.
• Creativity: We will develop unprecedented solutions to society’s most challenging
healthcare delivery problems by collectively building on each other’s creative ideas.
• Collaboration: We leverage our strategic partnerships with Carle Health, the
University of Illinois. and the community to enhance our innovative curriculum,
expand learning opportunities, and advance human health.
• Diversity: We actively promote an inclusive environment in which students,
faculty, and staff can learn, teach, research, and serve.
IL
Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin
University of Medicine & Science
Chicago Medical School’s mission is to educate a diverse student body in a
community-engaged, interprofessional environment. Our graduates become
exemplary, compassionate physicians and scientists dedicated to improving the
health and wellness of their patients and communities through clinical excellence,
scientific discovery, service, and leadership.
IL
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of
Medicine
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine (SSOM) is committed to
scholarship and the education of medical professionals and biomedical scientists.
Our school, including its faculty, trainees, and staff are, called to go beyond facts,
experimentation, and treatment of disease to prepare people to lead extraordinary
lives and treat the human spirit in an environment that encourages innovation
embraces diversity, respects life, and values human dignity.
IL
Northwestern University The Feinberg School of
Medicine
Our mission is to impact the practice of medicine through discovery and education
to improve human health. Our vision is to achieve this mission through continuous
quality improvement.
The pursuit of excellence requires a learning organization grounded in leadership,
innovation, and compassionate care that can translate new knowledge into better
human health. These attributes are interwoven by professionalism dedicated to
teamwork, collegiality, and social and intellectual diversity. Such values promote
the best interests of medicine and further strengthen our social contract with the
community we serve.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
IL
Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical
Center
Rush Medical College (RMC) is one of three colleges within Rush University (RU),
the academic arm of the Rush University System for Health (RUSH). The missions
of RMC and RU have been adopted in support of RUSH's mission, which is to
improve the health of the individuals and diverse communities we serve through
the integration of outstanding patient care, education, research, and community
partnerships.
Rush University champions a learning environment in health and biomedical
sciences through collaboration, education, research, and equity for our students,
faculty, staff, and the communities we serve.
RMC's mission is to nurture, through a supportive and dynamic learning
community, the development of empathic, proficient physicians dedicated to
continuous learning, innovation, and excellence in clinical practice, education,
research, and service.
RMC seeks to interview and matriculate applicants who have demonstrated their
alignment with the various Rush mission statements through their direct patient
care experiences, longitudinal commitments to service, leadership and
extracurricular activities, and research endeavors.
IL
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
The mission of the SIU School of Medicine is to optimize the health of the people
of central and southern Illinois through education, patient care, research and
service to the community. With a Vision of Better health for all.
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Mission Statement
IL
University of Chicago Division of the Biological
Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
At the University of Chicago, in an atmosphere of interdisciplinary scholarship and
discovery, the Pritzker School of Medicine is dedicated to inspiring diverse
students of exceptional promise to become leaders and innovators in science and
medicine for the betterment of humanity.
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Our mission statement is an expression of our core purpose and educational
philosophy. In particular, it highlights the value we place on diversity, the creation
of new knowledge, service, and leadership, and these values guide both our
admissions process and the education that Pritzker students receive.
We consider diversity to be foundational to a vibrant and productive learning
environment, and necessary for the training of future doctors who are prepared to
tackle the complex challenges facing medicine and patients. Bringing together
people from the broadest possible range of backgrounds is often the first step
toward realizing field-defining scholarship and providing a transformative education
for our students by fostering a culture that reveres open discourse and constant
questioning. Our admissions committee seeks to understand how an individual
applicant’s life experiences and background have shaped their values, attributes,
mission, and motivation to pursue medicine. Our commitment to recruiting diverse
talent to our medical school is evident in our class composition as well as the
percentage of students who graduate confirming that the diversity within their
medical school class enhanced their training and skills to work with individuals from
different backgrounds (97% of 2023 graduates).
Our students are also deeply invested in scholarship and discovery, with access to
world-renowned, interdisciplinary faculty mentors and experts in basic/translational
science, health services/data science, community health, global health, medical
education, and clinical research. 100% of our students complete a mentored
research project, and faculty and students are supported in scholarship and
discovery through focused, funded, and longitudinal research experiences
embedded within the core curriculum.
We view our students as future leaders who will make an impact in healthcare and
science and are committed to ensuring that our students are well-positioned to
successfully pursue the next phase of their training and careers. Our Phoenix
Curriculum emphasizes the relationship between the basic/clinical sciences and
community/population health while providing students with ample time for self-
directed learning, research, community engagement, and training in health equity,
advocacy, anti-racism, and medical ethics, while accelerating entry into the clinical
clerkships.
During phase two of the curriculum, Pritzker students complete the majority of their
clinical training at UChicago Medicine (UCM), the only tertiary care center on the
South Side of Chicago. UCM is one of the top ten most racially inclusive hospitals
in the U.S. ( https://lownhospitalsindex.org/2022-winning-hospitals-racial-
inclusivity/ ) with a primary service area of 12 South Side zip codes where poverty
is over double the state level. Additionally, our students lead six free clinics in
diverse neighborhoods throughout the city of Chicago. Our Admissions Committee
values applicants whose personal mission within medicine includes health justice,
equitable delivery of healthcare, and service to underserved and marginalized
communities. Our students carry this mission beyond their medical school years,
and the majority of our students plan to care primarily for underserved populations
during their careers in medicine (2023 AAMC Graduation Questionnaire).
At the Pritzker School of Medicine, medical students are valued members of our
community. Our robust advising and mentorship structure, commitment to student
wellbeing and vitality, and atmosphere of collaboration, support, and excellence
ensure that the Pritzker medical student is poised to help shape the future of
medicine.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
IL
University of Illinois College of Medicine
To advance health for everyone through outstanding education, research, clinical
care, and social responsibility.
Mission in Action: We achieve this mission through an innovative and evolving
curriculum that integrates the basic, clinical and social sciences, and through a
learning environment that emphasizes self-directed, individualized and experiential
learning on three
three vibrant campuses that are strategically located to serve the communities of
interest for our mission. We prepare our graduates to provide compassionate
patient care; to demonstrate effective inter-professional collaboration, leadership
and advocacy in health care; to provide care for underserved urban and rural
populations; and to translate research discoveries into clinical practice. Our large
network of graduates serve in a variety of academic, public, private, rural, and
urban communities.
Our mission-informed admissions process embraces holistic review where equal
consideration is given to experiences, attributes, and metrics and because of our
emphasis on our mission we are able to select a cohort of students each year that
is broadly diverse with richly varied passions. Our curriculum, educational support,
student affairs, and financial aid teams are poised to provide individualized
attention for all of our students.
To prepare you for your medical career, our curriculum:
• helps you make powerful connections between the fundamentals of scientific
knowledge and the decision-making of patient care
• ensures that you have plenty of skills practice including patient interviewing,
clinical reasoning, forming differential diagnoses, and choosing among treatment
options
• teaches you the problem-solving skills and study skills that will prepare you for
the life-long professional skill of medical inquiry
• engages in a continuous dialog about developing your professional identity and
voice, gaining perspective on patients’ micro and macro barriers to receiving care,
and placing medical treatment in the context of health of individuals, families, and
communities
The College of Medicine recognizes that physicians-in-training must learn how to
be effective members of interdisciplinary clinical teams; how to search for up-to-
date, credible, professional sources of medical information; and how to navigate
the changing landscape of healthcare delivery.
The Illinois Medicine Curriculum is the product of our community’s collaborative
design process that includes students, faculty who teach medical sciences, faculty
who teach clinical medicine, medical education scholars, instructional designers,
and experts in assessment and evaluation. It is characterized by
• case-based learning as its core
• teaching of basic sciences with clinical applications
• maximization of active learning
• integrated career development and exploration
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
IN
Indiana University School of Medicine
The goal of the Indiana University School of Medicine is the education of
physicians, scientists, and other health professionals in an intellectually rich
environment with research as its scientific base. In education, we are committed to
imparting a fundamental understanding of both clinical practice and the basic
scientific knowledge upon which it rests, to provide a firm foundation for lifelong
learning. In research, we are committed to the advancement of knowledge. In
patient care, we are committed to the highest standards of medical practice in an
atmosphere of respect and empathy for our patients. Education, research, and
delivery of health care are inseparable components of our mission. Excellence can
only be achieved when all components are of highest quality, well integrated, and
mutually supportive.
As the state’s largest medical school, Indiana University School of Medicine is
committed to being an institution that not only reflects the diversity of the learners
we teach and the patient populations we serve, but also enacts the values of
diversity, equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We desire
candidates who enhance our representational diversity, as well as those whose
work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for
our students, staff, and faculty. Indiana University School Medicine strives to take
an anti-racist stance, interrogating its policies, procedures, and practices to ensure
equitable opportunities for contribution and advancement for all members of our
community. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to advance racial
equity to transform health and wellbeing for all throughout the state of Indiana.”
KS
University of Kansas School of Medicine
To improve lives and communities in Kansas and beyond through innovation in
education, research and health care.
KY
University of Kentucky College of Medicine
The College of Medicine promotes a diverse and inclusive environment that
provides excellence in education, equitable health care, and transformative
research to improve the health and wellness of Kentuckians and beyond.
KY
University of Louisville School of Medicine
School of Medicine Mission Statement
Our Mission is to improve the health of our patients and the diverse communities
we serve through excellence and leadership in education, patient care, research,
and community engagement.
School of Medicine Vision Statement
Our Vision is that our students, faculty, and staff will be prepared for 21st century
challenges, and lifelong learning; our patients will experience exceptional care; and
our communities will be healthier as a result of our patient care, research
discoveries, and community engagement. We strive to be nationally recognized for
excellence and leadership in key areas of education, clinical care, and community
engagement.
We Value diversity, integrity, excellence, innovation, accountability, compassion,
collegiality, achievement, wellbeing, resilience, and a good work and learning
environment.
LA
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in
New Orleans
The LSU School of Medicine is dedicated to providing the opportunity for an
excellent medical education to all applicants who are prepared to benefit from its
curriculum and instruction. To this end, the Admissions Committee will strive to
recruit and admit residents from Louisiana from every geographic, economic,
social, and cultural dimension of the state of Louisiana and also other states within
the country.
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Mission Statement
LA
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in
Shreveport
The primary mission of Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center at
Shreveport (LSUHSC-S) is to teach, heal, and discover, in order to advance the
wellbeing of the region and beyond. LSUHSC-S comprises the Schools of
Medicine, Graduate Studies, and Allied Health Professions in Shreveport. In
implementing its mission, LSUHSC-S is committed to:
- Educating physicians, scientists, and residents for healthcare service, teaching
and research.
- Providing state-of-the-art clinical care, including tertiary services, to an enlarging
and diverse regional base of patients.
- Achieving distinction and international recognition for basic science and clinical
research programs that contribute to the practice in science and medicine.
- Supporting the region and the State in economic growth and prosperity by
utilizing research and knowledge to engage in productive partnerships with the
private sector.
- Fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion that promotes mutual respect for all.
LA
Tulane University School of Medicine
We improve human health and foster healthy communities through discovery and
translation of the best science into clinical practice and education; to deliver the
highest quality patient care and prepare the next generation of distinguished
clinical and scientific leaders.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
MA
Boston University Aram V. Chobanian & Edward
Avedisian School of Medicine
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine is dedicated to the
educational, intellectual, professional, and personal development of a diverse
group of exceptional students, trainees, and faculty who are deeply committed to
the study and to the practice of medicine, to biomedical research, and to the health
of the public. We, as a community, place great value on excellence, integrity,
service, social justice, collegiality, equality of opportunity, and interdisciplinary
collaboration.
Chobanian & Avedisian SOM is a social justice medical school. This emphasis on
social justice is evident in our curriculum and extra-curricular activities for students,
in our faculty’s areas of research and expertise, and in the patients we take care
of.
Curriculum and Student Activities
Our curriculum was updated several years ago to emphasize patient context and
social determinants of health. In the classroom, our patients are never simply a
patient with a disease, they are a person with a family who lives in a specific place
and does a certain type of work…in the clinical setting, our students learn to
address each patient’s upstream health needs as well as their acute medical
needs; because we’ve learned that the best medical care in the world will fail to
make patients healthier if they still lack food, housing, etc. Outside the classroom,
our students’ most common activity is to participate in some of the 17 or so service
learning groups, which range from the “Outreach Van” street medicine initiative to
the “Teen and Tot” facilitated support group for young parents to the Socially
Responsible Surgery Club which allows students to visit surgical patients pre-
discharge to ensure their understanding of their surgical problem and procedure
and plan for follow-up.
Faculty Research and Expertise
A unique feature of our social justice medical school is that we are in the context of
a Tier 1 research university. While our research enterprise is very broad, you see
the social justice mission thriving there as well. Examples include the Grayken
Center for Addiction, which supports research, education and treatment in addition
medicine, in the Health/Care Disparities Research Program within internal
medicine, and the Boston SOAR (Surgical Outcomes Analysis and Research)
which investigates inequalities in surgical care. 85% of our medical students
engage in Research during their time at Chobanian & Avedisian SOM.
Patient Population
Chobanian & Avedisian SOM’s primary teaching hospital is Boston Medical Center,
which serves a primarily under-served and extraordinarily diverse patient
population. More than half of our patients are from vulnerable populations who rely
on Medicaid and/or medicare for their health insurance; and 32% don’t speak
English as their primary language. Through our 12 affiliated neighborhood health
centers, we reach deep into the communities of Boston to find the patients that
need us the most.
MA
Harvard Medical School
To nurture a diverse, inclusive community dedicated to alleviating suffering and
improving health and well-being for all through excellence in teaching and learning,
discovery and scholarship, and service and leadership.
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MA
Tufts University School of Medicine
The mission of Tufts University School of Medicine is to educate a diverse body of
students and advance medical knowledge in a dynamic and collaborative
environment. We seek to foster the development of dedicated clinicians, scientists,
public health professionals, and educators who will have a sustained positive
impact on the health of individuals, communities, and the world.
To achieve the goals of our mission statement, our faculty, students and staff
demonstrate our commitment to the following core values in all that we do:
Commitment to Excellence
To cultivate a perpetual spirit of inquiry and creativity, leading to outstanding
evidence-based health care, rigorous research and scholarship, and inspired
teaching.
Commitment to Humanism
To relieve suffering and improve quality of life. To treat all people with compassion,
respecting human dignity and autonomy.
Commitment to Social Responsibility
To serve and advocate for all people, especially underserved and vulnerable
patients and populations, by addressing social determinants of health, health
equity, social justice, and stewardship of social resources.
Commitment to Professionalism
To act in accordance with the highest standards of integrity, demonstrating
personal accountability and resilience, collegiality and teamwork, and the pursuit of
lifelong learning.
Tufts University School of Medicine embraces diversity in the broadest form,
including racial, ethnic, religious, socioeconomic, geographic diversity, as well as
diversity in gender and sexual orientation.
We believe that a diverse student body is essential for the creation of a teaching
and learning environment that promotes excellence, quality and equity as core
values among our future physicians, scientists and public health advocates, a
workforce equipped with the knowledge and skill needed to address the range of
health challenges facing our increasingly diverse patient population and their
communities.
To this end, Tufts School of Medicine is committed to pursuing initiatives that will
diversify the applicant pool and improve the selection process in order to create the
most diverse student body.
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Mission Statement
MA
University of Massachusetts T.H. Chan School of
Medicine
The mission of UMass Chan Medical School is to advance the health and well-
being of the people of the commonwealth and the world through pioneering
advances in education, research and health care delivery.
The UMass Chan Medical School Office of Admissions is committed to employing
the most effective and evidence-based methods to recruit and matriculate future
physicians and scientists who will provide the highest quality medical care for our
communities in keeping with the mission of the T.H. Chan School of Medicine. Our
graduates will contribute in a meaningful way to the elimination of health care
disparities and the establishment of health equity in Massachusetts and beyond.
Our Office of Admissions implements the mission through holistically reviewing
each eligible application and placing highest value on applicant characteristics
which align with the UMass Chan mission such as commitment to health equity,
diversity and inclusion and service to the community.
Our VISTA curriculum has an innovative, integrated structure based on
foundational, clinical and health systems sciences. The longitudinal focus topics of
health equity, societal forces in health and disease and health systems science are
woven into all courses and rotations. At UMass Chan, we believe that patients are
whole people, not just a collection of organ systems, and must be seen in the
context of their lives. Student and health care provider wellness is highly prioritized
as evidenced by the “WIN” week which appears at the end of each foundational
block. WIN stands for “What I Need” and is an opportunity for students to rest,
focus on health and expose themselves to educational enrichment.
Our clinical training sites are located across the commonwealth with housing
provided where indicated, offering a rich clinical training experience for our
learners. In the Exploration Phase, students participate in 12-week integrated
units that ensure exposure to inpatient and ambulatory environments in both acute
care and chronic disease management. Our Horizons phase focuses on advanced
clinical skills and preparation for residency.
A unique feature of the VISTA curriculum which is closely aligned with the UMass
Chan mission is our pathways. At the main campus in Worcester MA, students will
select a pathway for educational focus during their early clinical learning time.
These pathways range from “Entrepreneurship Biomedical Innovation and Design”
to “Structural Inequity, Advocacy and Justice”. There are two UMass Chan Medical
School regional campuses each with their own pathway focus. At our PURCH
program at Baystate Health systems, students focus on Population-based Urban
and Rural Community Health. Our LEAD@Lahey program at Lahey Health focuses
on leadership, innovation, and Health Systems Science. The T.H. Chan School of
Medicine mission is woven into everything we do.
MD
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
The mission of the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine is to prepare physicians to
practice compassionate clinical medicine of the highest standard and to identify
and solve fundamental questions in the mechanisms, prevention and treatment of
disease, in health care delivery and in the basic sciences.
MD
Uniformed Services University of the Health
Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine
The mission of USU is to support the readiness of America’s Warfighter and the
health and well-being of the beneficiary community by educating and developing
uniformed health professionals, scientists and leaders; by conducting cutting-edge,
military-relevant research; by leading the Military Health System in key functional
and intellectual areas; and by providing operational support to units around the
world.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
MD
University of Maryland School of Medicine
The University of Maryland School of Medicine is dedicated to providing excellence
in biomedical education, basic and clinical research, quality patient care and
service to improve the health of the citizens of Maryland and beyond. The School
is committed to the education and training of medical, MD/PhD, graduate, physical
therapy and medical and research technology students. We will recruit and
develop diverse faculty to serve as exemplary role models for our students.
University of Maryland School of Medicine Social Justice Compact
There is a clarion call for the promotion of social justice, diversity, equity and
inclusion in our society. We concur with this well-known statement: If not us, who?
If not now, when?
We will engage in ongoing strategic and intentional actions to advance in a
measurable way our vision for social justice, civil rights and civil liberties for all
members of our School of Medicine, University and their communities across the
United States. Together, we will continuously listen and educate ourselves about
systemic racism and structural barriers to success for all, legislative and policy
matters, economic inequalities, health care access, and all forms of bias that
contribute further to cumulative disadvantages for marginalized groups.
We will undertake these actions, with cultural humility, in all school missions to
include education, research, clinical care and community engagement.
We have committed ourselves to be an organization that embodies diversity,
equity, inclusion and in which all members of our community are encouraged to
respectfully and empathically voice their opinions, while embracing and supporting
the diversity in background and thought of the entire community.
In these ways, we will work to create safety and build trust across our community
and prepare to face all future challenges with socially just solutions.
MI
Central Michigan University College of Medicine
Mission
The Central Michigan University (CMU) College of Medicine educates diverse
students and trains culturally competent physicians to provide comprehensive
health care and services to underserved populations in Michigan and beyond. Our
faculty, staff and graduates advance health and wellness through exceptional
education, innovative research, quality patient care and strategic collaborations to
improve the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.
CMU College of Medicine recruits and admits students from Michigan to care for
Michigan - especially those who are committed to pursue a career in primary care
and serve the medically underserved.
MI
Michigan State University College of Human
Medicine
The College of Human Medicine at Michigan State University is committed to
educating exemplary physicians and scholars, discovering and disseminating new
knowledge, and providing service at home and abroad. We enhance our
communities by providing outstanding primary and specialty care, promoting the
dignity and inclusion of all people, and responding to the needs of the medically
underserved.
MI
Oakland University William Beaumont School of
Medicine
Our Mission: To develop compassionate physicians who are dedicated to
improving the health of their communities, collaboration, and lifelong learning.
Our Vision: To be a leader in medical education strengthened by an innovative
curriculum, commitment to diversity and inclusion, dedication to community
engagement, and advancing research.
Our Values: Collaboration, Compassion, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion,
Excellence, and Professionalism.
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State
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Mission Statement
MI
University of Michigan Medical School
To transform health through bold and innovative education, discovery and service.
Strategic pillars for the school are focused on people, discovery, education, care
and service.
• People: recruit, develop and retain the best faculty, staff and learners who work
together for the greater good.
• Discovery: create transformative knowledge that advances science and improves
health.
• Education: cultivate a learning community that engages all in bold and innovative
education for the advancement of science, health and health care delivery.
• Care: deliver outstanding patient care and improve health for local, national and
global populations while caring for each other.
• Service: engage and collaborate with our institutional, local, state, national and
global communities to advance health and science.
MI
Wayne State University School of Medicine
Mission:
We will educate a diverse student body in an urban setting and within a culture of
inclusion through high-quality education, clinical excellence, pioneering research,
local investment in our community, and innovative technology to prepare physician
and biomedical scientific leaders to achieve health and wellness for our society.
Vision:
Through social responsiveness and a continuous focus on innovation in education,
research, and clinical care, the Wayne State University School of Medicine faculty
and staff will, in partnership with our parent university and community partners,
continue to graduate a diverse group of physicians and biomedical scientists who
will transform the promise of equal health for all into a reality.
Commitment:
We are privileged to serve our community, state, nation, and the world as
innovators in medicine, health, prevention, and wellness.
Mission in action:
The Wayne State University School of Medicine M.D. Admissions Committee
commits to the recruitment, admission, and success of students who embrace and
embody the mission, vision, and values of Wayne State University School of
Medicine. Our focus is on serving our community and erasing disparities in health
care through implementing the core values of equity, inclusivity, diversity, mutual
respect, and appreciation. Through the creation of a genuine awareness of
belonging for everyone, we will ultimately achieve a diverse and empathetic
workforce that reflects and elevates the many communities we serve. At its core,
the Wayne State University School of Medicine M.D. Admissions Committee
strives to admit students who contribute to and flourish in an environment that
supports and promotes: OUR CORE BREATHES and DELIVERS
OUR: Opportunities, Understanding, Relationships
CORE: Caring, Openness, Resilience, Engagement
BREATHES: Belonging, Responsibility, Empathy, Appreciation, Tolerance,
Humanity, Equity, Sensitivity
DELIVERS: Diversity, Excellence, Learning, Inclusion, Values, Experiences,
Respect, Social Accountability
Wayne State, located in the heart of Detroit, provides a distinct experiential
advantage that sets students apart from their peers and prepares them to be
health care leaders and advocates. Our Highways to Excellence curriculum
provides students with an organ systems-based curriculum, a focused clinical skills
course, a deep and authentic understanding of health needs and social
determinants, multiple ways to take advantage of experiential service-learning,
community engagement and research opportunities, and more.
Our students have many opportunities to volunteer in the community, including at
student-run free clinics, with area nonprofits, urban gardens, area schools and
much more. Students also have access to a myriad of academic, financial, career
and mental health support services designed to remove barriers and help them
succeed as students, physicians, and health care leaders and advocates.
Since 1868, the Wayne State University School of Medicine has educated and
trained more than 26,000 highly-skilled and compassionate physicians,
researchers and public health professionals.¿Our graduates are sought-after, and
a large percentage serve in underserved communities. Our Class of 2023 achieved
a 100 percent residency match rate, well above the national average, with 50
percent matching in Michigan and 35 percent matching into primary care, among
other specialties.
In 2023-2024, the Wayne State University School of Medicine was also ranked a
Best Graduate School by U.S. News and World Report for its alumni service to
medically needy areas and rural areas. Our medical school was also ranked a Best
Graduate School by U.S. News and World Report in 2023-2024 for its diversity and
in public health.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
MI
Wayne State University School of Medicine
Mission:
We will educate a diverse student body in an urban setting and within a culture of
inclusion through high-quality education, clinical excellence, pioneering research,
local investment in our community, and innovative technology to prepare physician
and biomedical scientific leaders to achieve health and wellness for our society.
Vision:
Through social responsiveness and a continuous focus on innovation in education,
research, and clinical care, the Wayne State University School of Medicine faculty
and staff will, in partnership with our parent university and community partners,
continue to graduate a diverse group of physicians and biomedical scientists who
will transform the promise of equal health for all into a reality.
Commitment:
We are privileged to serve our community, state, nation, and the world as
innovators in medicine, health, prevention, and wellness.
Mission in action:
The Wayne State University School of Medicine M.D. Admissions Committee
commits to the recruitment, admission, and success of students who embrace and
embody the mission, vision, and values of Wayne State University School of
Medicine. Our focus is on serving our community and erasing disparities in health
care through implementing the core values of equity, inclusivity, diversity, mutual
respect, and appreciation. Through the creation of a genuine awareness of
belonging for everyone, we will ultimately achieve a diverse and empathetic
workforce that reflects and elevates the many communities we serve. At its core,
the Wayne State University School of Medicine M.D. Admissions Committee
strives to admit students who contribute to and flourish in an environment that
supports and promotes: OUR CORE BREATHES and DELIVERS
OUR: Opportunities, Understanding, Relationships
CORE: Caring, Openness, Resilience, Engagement
BREATHES: Belonging, Responsibility, Empathy, Appreciation, Tolerance,
Humanity, Equity, Sensitivity
DELIVERS: Diversity, Excellence, Learning, Inclusion, Values, Experiences,
Respect, Social Accountability
Wayne State, located in the heart of Detroit, provides a distinct experiential
advantage that sets students apart from their peers and prepares them to be
health care leaders and advocates. Our Highways to Excellence curriculum
provides students with an organ systems-based curriculum, a focused clinical skills
course, a deep and authentic understanding of health needs and social
determinants, multiple ways to take advantage of experiential service-learning,
community engagement and research opportunities, and more.
Our students have many opportunities to volunteer in the community, including at
student-run free clinics, with area nonprofits, urban gardens, area schools and
much more. Students also have access to a myriad of academic, financial, career
and mental health support services designed to remove barriers and help them
succeed as students, physicians, and health care leaders and advocates.
Since 1868, the Wayne State University School of Medicine has educated and
trained more than 26,000 highly-skilled and compassionate physicians,
researchers and public health professionals.¿Our graduates are sought-after, and
a large percentage serve in underserved communities. Our Class of 2023 achieved
a 100 percent residency match rate, well above the national average, with 50
percent matching in Michigan and 35 percent matching into primary care, among
other specialties.
In 2023-2024, the Wayne State University School of Medicine was also ranked a
Best Graduate School by U.S. News and World Report for its alumni service to
medically needy areas and rural areas. Our medical school was also ranked a Best
Graduate School by U.S. News and World Report in 2023-2024 for its diversity and
in public health.
MI
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D.
School of Medicine
Mission:
WMed is committed to excellence and health equity through transformative medical
education, high-quality patient care, innovative research, and community
partnerships within a just culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Vision:
Health equity for all in Southwest Michigan through innovation in the practice and
study of medicine.
Values:
Together We:
Excel with integrity and professionalism
Champion safety and belonging
Listen, collaborate, and serve with respect and compassion
MN
Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine
To provide an outstanding medical education that results in an inspired and diverse
workforce of physicians and scientists who are leaders in advancing exemplary,
equitable, and affordable clinical care; healthcare system design; and related
innovation. To alleviate human suffering and best serve critical health needs of our
broadly diverse and increasingly connected nation and world.
Essential to achievement of this mission is an exceptionally talented, passionate,
and diverse faculty and student body who engage with one another, their patients,
and communities; have high intellectual and emotional intelligence; uphold the
highest ethical standards; possess the ability to lead and inspire; embrace
differences in service to humanity; are committed to eradicating healthcare
disparities; and are patient-centered, inclusive, and team-oriented.
MN
University of Minnesota Medical School
Committed to innovation and diversity, the Medical School educates physicians,
scientists, and health professionals; generates knowledge and treatments; and
cares for patients and communities with compassion and respect. We value
excellence, inclusiveness, collaboration, and discovery.
The mission of the regional campus located in Duluth is to be a national leader in
improving healthcare access and outcomes in rural Minnesota and American
Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. In partnership with CentraCare, the
regional campus in St. Cloud offers a wide range of patient experiences throughout
students’ education in Greater Minnesota and prepares them to become
exceptional clinicians and leaders for rural and immigrant populations.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
MO
Saint Louis University School of Medicine
Mission and Values
The mission of the Saint Louis University School of Medicine is the pursuit of
excellence in education, research, clinical care and community engagement
through professional development, collaboration and social justice.
Core Values:
Cura Personalis – Care for the whole person, rooted in the Ignatian principle that
God created us to do good in the world, and embracing the humanity in all
Scholarship – Delivering transformative education and creating new knowledge
Discovery – Research, scientific inquiry, and the application of that knowledge
Equity – Striving for justice, fairness, and diversity in our education, research and
service to the community
Collaboration – Partnership across Saint Louis University, SSM Health and the
wider community
Established in 1836, the school has the distinction of awarding the first medical
degree west of the Mississippi River and proud to be part of the 450-year tradition
of Jesuit education.
The School of Medicine trains physicians and scientists, conducts medical
research, and provides health services on a local, national and international level.
We strive to graduate physicians who manifest in their personal and professional
lives an appreciation for humanistic medicine. Grounded in Jesuit values, we serve
our community, which faces challenges of poor health indicators, education,
poverty and racism and the School of Medicine continues to work for health equity
and well-being of our neighbors.
We embody Cura Personalis (“care for the individual person”). Our work goes
beyond training physicians to be scholars of the human body. We graduate doctors
who appreciate humanistic medicine, concern themselves with the sanctity of
human life and commit to dignity and respect for all patients.
MO
University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine
To improve the health of all people, especially Missourians, through exemplary
education, research and patient-centered care.
MO
University of Missouri-Kansas City School of
Medicine
The mission of the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine is to
improve the health and well-being of individuals and populations through
innovative educational programs in medicine and biomedical science, cutting-edge
biomedical research, and leadership in academic medicine. The School strives to
implement this mission with the highest professional and ethical standards, in a
culture of diversity and inclusiveness, and in an environment that enables each
individual to develop to his or her full potential.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
MO
Washington University in St. Louis School of
Medicine
Washington University School of Medicine will lead in advancing human health
through the promotion of wellness and delivery of outstanding health care,
innovative research and the education of tomorrow's leaders in biomedicine within
a culture that supports diversity, inclusion, critical thinking and creativity.
In leading the advancement of human health, it is the mission of Washington
University School of Medicine to cultivate excellence and collegiality within an
equitable and inclusive community; to attract, develop, advance and support a
diverse and talented current and future workforce; to innovate through discoveries
and inventions in basic, clinical, translational and population sciences; and to build
and support an environment that fosters exceptionally creative research, health
care, education and the well-being of our workforce. We draw on our academic
excellence and scientific rigor to continually advance and enhance health care in a
way that ensures access, compassion, high value, equity and evidence-based care
for all people in our community, including those who are underserved and
uninsured. We resolve to observe the highest standards of ethics, integrity and
humanity across all of our missions, and to apply advances in research, education
and health care for the betterment of the human condition, locally and globally.
Educating tomorrow’s leaders in biomedicine involved reimagining a medical
curriculum that fosters both self-directed and team-based learning. The Gateway
Curriculum, implemented in 2020, provides exposure to research and advocacy in
basic science, clinical-translational science, public and population health, primary
care, and the social sciences, as well as longitudinal experiences with patients in
community-based settings. Such a dynamic curriculum enables students to create
new science that will enrich the health of our community, while becoming empathic
practitioners who will commit to eliminating intractable and unconscionable health
disparities. Our Gateway Curriculum ensures that our students are not only
exceptional physicians, but that they understand the social and structural
determinants of health and are prepared to lead transformational changes needed
to improve our future. The Explore program within Gateway is a formalized
approach to career development that helps students find their niche in academic
medicine among four pathways--Advocacy/Global Health, Education, Innovation,
and Research.
The Office of Diversity Programs, in its 26th year, operates under a social justice
framework that highlights the importance of providing culturally aware, equitable
and compassionate care for all. Active, long-term community engagement is one
way we execute our social justice mission. Diversity Programs works closely with
the Office of Medical Education to provide counseling and support services,
resources, and meaningful, longitudinal community partnerships for our medical
students.
Our Office of Admissions operates under a holistic framework, and the Office of
Student Affairs strives to provide an inclusive learning environment. Students from
minoritized groups are supported by active chapters of the Student National
Medical Association, Latino Medical Student Association, Asian Pacific American
Student Association, and a network of residents and faculty from diverse groups.
As an example, students identifying as a gender or sexual minority have access to
LGBTQmed, a student-run interest group dedicated to lesbian, gay, bisexual,
transgender, and queer identity and health, as well as OUTmed, an organization
for LGBTQIA-identified faculty, residents, fellows and staff.
A network of faculty coaches facilitates students’ navigation through the curriculum
and ensures that our students are reaching their full personal and professional
potential. The Career Counseling Office works closely with students to explore the
possibilities for graduate medical training and careers.
MS
University of Mississippi School of Medicine
The University of Mississippi School of Medicine is committed to training skilled
and compassionate physicians to provide high-quality and equitable health care
particularly to the state’s residents, including diverse and underserved populations.
The school prepares learners to provide excellent care through programs of
innovative education, state-of-the-art research and comprehensive clinical practice.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
NC
Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina
University
The Brody School of Medicine’s mission is to increase the supply of primary care
physicians serving the state, to improve the health and well-being of the region,
and to train physicians who will meet the health care needs of the state.
NC
Duke University School of Medicine
DukeMed is a diverse and inclusive community of trainees devoted to
understanding the causes, prevention and treatment of human disease. These
endeavors are embraced by all students committed to the highest academic goals
utilizing unparalleled resources in education, clinical care, and research. Our
objective is to educate physicians with our innovative curricula and broad-based
clinical and research training.
NC
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of
Medicine
The mission of the UNC SOM is to improve the health and well-being of North
Carolinians and others whom we serve. We will accomplish this by achieving
excellence and providing leadership in the interrelated areas of patient care,
education, and research.
Our school’s mission informs the structure and content of our curriculum. Our
curriculum reflects the ever-changing practice of medicine, meets the desire for
early career differentiation and exploration, and promotes social justice as a
cornerstone for equitable and safe healthcare.
Our school’s mission impacts student life and support services. Our student
support bench is extensive to promote learning in a respectful and diverse
environment.
We have an Advisory College system which provides a more accessible social and
educational structure in the context of a large student body.
Our Wellness Program includes group discussions surrounding stress, coping,
loss, and more. One-on-one counseling, with therapists, provide services
dedicated to medical students and increases access for our students.
UNC SOM has a multipronged strategy to optimize the Learning Environment
including enhanced reporting structures, robust incident management, bystander
training, and intentional culture change.
Students arrive to medical school at varying points developmentally in their
professional identity formation. The Student Professionalism Committee assures
that students are educated and held to the highest standards of professionalism by
addressing professionalism issues with an eye towards education and support
rather than disciplinary action.
The Office of Academic Excellence (OAE) provides academic support for students
across all training sites around the state. The OAE’s goal is to enable students
from all backgrounds to be academically successful in medical school and
prepared to pursue the careers of their choosing.
The Office of Inclusive Excellence provides direct student support and oversees
the SOM diversity efforts, some of which are necessary to optimize the learning
environment for our students.
Our school’s mission influences admissions practices and priorities. To care for
and represent our state and our nation, the UNC SOM recruits students from highly
diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible highly skilled workforce. We
not only wish to recruit primary care doctors and individuals who wish to practice in
rural communities, but also recruit individuals who will be leaders in academia,
science, and industry. We believe that interaction between students with varying
clinical, research, and education interests enhances the experience of students at
the UNC SOM. Particular programs that help us achieve our goals are described
below.
The Fully Integrated Readiness for Service Training (FIRST) Program is a three-
year accelerated curriculum with conditional acceptance in a residency program in
NC. The Kenan Rural Scholars program supports students who wish to pursue
rural, underserved patient practice in NC in primary care.
The UNC MD-PhD Program prepares high-achieving students to be leaders in
academic medicine and scientific health discovery. The primary goal of the MD-
PhD Program is to train physician-scientists, fully capable of bridging the gap
between science and clinical medicine.
The Office of Scholastic Excellence and Equity (OSEE) leads our pipeline
programs such as the Medical Educational Development program (MED), and the
Carolina MED EXCEL program.
Our school’s mission is reflected in the professional activities of our graduates.
After graduation, our students train in competitive residency programs at top
institutions across our state and country. https://www.med.unc.edu/ome/
studentaffairs/residency-and-the-match/residency-placements/. Beyond residency,
we are proud to see our graduates joining the faculty of top academic centers as
well as successfully practicing clinical medicine.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
NC
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of
Medicine
The mission of the UNC SOM is to improve the health and well-being of North
Carolinians and others whom we serve. We will accomplish this by achieving
excellence and providing leadership in the interrelated areas of patient care,
education, and research.
Our school’s mission informs the structure and content of our curriculum. Our
curriculum reflects the ever-changing practice of medicine, meets the desire for
early career differentiation and exploration, and promotes social justice as a
cornerstone for equitable and safe healthcare.
Our school’s mission impacts student life and support services. Our student
support bench is extensive to promote learning in a respectful and diverse
environment.
We have an Advisory College system which provides a more accessible social and
educational structure in the context of a large student body.
Our Wellness Program includes group discussions surrounding stress, coping,
loss, and more. One-on-one counseling, with therapists, provide services
dedicated to medical students and increases access for our students.
UNC SOM has a multipronged strategy to optimize the Learning Environment
including enhanced reporting structures, robust incident management, bystander
training, and intentional culture change.
Students arrive to medical school at varying points developmentally in their
professional identity formation. The Student Professionalism Committee assures
that students are educated and held to the highest standards of professionalism by
addressing professionalism issues with an eye towards education and support
rather than disciplinary action.
The Office of Academic Excellence (OAE) provides academic support for students
across all training sites around the state. The OAE’s goal is to enable students
from all backgrounds to be academically successful in medical school and
prepared to pursue the careers of their choosing.
The Office of Inclusive Excellence provides direct student support and oversees
the SOM diversity efforts, some of which are necessary to optimize the learning
environment for our students.
Our school’s mission influences admissions practices and priorities. To care for
and represent our state and our nation, the UNC SOM recruits students from highly
diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible highly skilled workforce. We
not only wish to recruit primary care doctors and individuals who wish to practice in
rural communities, but also recruit individuals who will be leaders in academia,
science, and industry. We believe that interaction between students with varying
clinical, research, and education interests enhances the experience of students at
the UNC SOM. Particular programs that help us achieve our goals are described
below.
The Fully Integrated Readiness for Service Training (FIRST) Program is a three-
year accelerated curriculum with conditional acceptance in a residency program in
NC. The Kenan Rural Scholars program supports students who wish to pursue
rural, underserved patient practice in NC in primary care.
The UNC MD-PhD Program prepares high-achieving students to be leaders in
academic medicine and scientific health discovery. The primary goal of the MD-
PhD Program is to train physician-scientists, fully capable of bridging the gap
between science and clinical medicine.
The Office of Scholastic Excellence and Equity (OSEE) leads our pipeline
programs such as the Medical Educational Development program (MED), and the
Carolina MED EXCEL program.
Our school’s mission is reflected in the professional activities of our graduates.
After graduation, our students train in competitive residency programs at top
institutions across our state and country. https://www.med.unc.edu/ome/
studentaffairs/residency-and-the-match/residency-placements/. Beyond residency,
we are proud to see our graduates joining the faculty of top academic centers as
well as successfully practicing clinical medicine.
NC
Wake Forest University School of Medicine
The mission of the Wake Forest University School of Medicine (WFUSM) is to
educate future physicians who are empowered to transform health for all. Our
vision is to be national leaders in medical education and innovation, graduating
purpose-driven physicians committed to improving the health of individuals and
communities through lifelong learning.
ND
University of North Dakota School of Medicine and
Health Sciences
The primary purpose of the University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health
Sciences is to educate physicians and other health professionals and to enhance
the quality of life in North Dakota. Other purposes include the discovery of
knowledge that benefits the people of this state and enhances the quality of their
lives.
NE
Creighton University School of Medicine
Mission Statement:
In the Jesuit, Catholic tradition of Creighton University, the mission of the School of
Medicine is to improve the human condition with a diverse body of students,
faculty, and staff who provide excellence in educating students, physicians and the
public, advancing knowledge, and providing comprehensive patient care.
Vision Statement:
United by our Jesuit, Catholic identity, we transform learners into exceptional
physicians who are leaders in advancing medicine, health and well-being.
NE
University of Nebraska College of Medicine
The mission of the College of Medicine at the University of Nebraska Medical
Center is to improve the health of citizens of Nebraska by advancing health and
biomedical sciences through the highest quality education, exemplary patient care
and research excellence.
NH
Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth
Our Mission:
-To improve the lives of the communities we serve through inclusive excellence in
learning, discovery, and healing.
-To foster an inclusive, diverse community that reflects our world and addresses
the most challenging issues in healthcare.
At Geisel, our Vision is to be the medical school that sets the standard for
educating humanistic physicians, scientists, and educators to be leaders of
change. We strive to build a diverse and inclusive community reflective of our world
in order to enrich learning, foster innovation, and help tackle the most vexing
challenges in health care. We aim to do this by cultivating character, a growth
mindset and servant leadership qualities in our students so that they may best
serve our communities locally and globally to live healthier and fulfilled lives.
NJ
Cooper Medical School of Rowan University
Cooper Medical School of Rowan University is committed to providing humanistic
education in the art and science of medicine within a scientific and scholarly
community in which excellence in patient care, inclusivity, innovative teaching,
research, and service to our community are valued.
Our core values include a commitment to: diversity and inclusion, mentorship,
professionalism, patient advocacy, wellness, the communities we serve, and
scholarship.
Our Vision: Cooper Medical School of Rowan University will distinguish itself as an
innovator in medical education and biomedical research that will lead to the
transformation of healthcare.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
NJ
Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine
To develop our students, residents, fellows, faculty, and healthcare environment to
deliver the highest quality care for all.
¿ Embrace and model our professional reverence for the human condition,
empathy towards suffering, excellence in medical care, research and discovery,
and humility in service;
¿ Continue to serve and learn from the engagement of underrepresented minority
populations among student, faculty, staff, and community;
¿ Integrate lifelong learning and inquiry into their practice;
¿ Work in communion with scholars and practitioners of other disciplines to
integrate their perspectives, experiences, and tools; and
¿ Understand that context, community, and behavior, drive well-being.
NJ
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Mission
The mission of New Jersey Medical School is to educate students, physicians, and
scientists to meet society’s current and future healthcare needs through patient-
centered education; pioneering research; innovative clinical, rehabilitative and
preventive care; and collaborative community outreach.
Vision
To create, transmit and utilize knowledge to shape the future of medicine and to
enhance the quality of life for the people of New Jersey.
Values
-Personal respect for patients, students, staff, faculty and community
-Passionate commitment to excellence in service, research and training
-Celebration of diversity in culture, ethnicity, religion, gender and individual goals
-Professionalism in all conduct
-Commitment to serving needs of constituents
-Progress through partnerships
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
NJ
Rutgers, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
School Mission: Robert Wood Johnson Medical School is dedicated to
transforming health care for New Jersey and the nation through innovation and
excellence in education, discovery, patient and family-centered care and
addressing the health of our diverse community.
School Vision: Robert Wood Johnson Medical School will become the academic
engine driving a new healthcare paradigm in New Jersey; the state's first and
largest academic high-value health care system.
School Core Values: Respect, dignity, and humanism for the diverse community
we serve and the diverse community we are; Wellness and resilience; Joining
learners hand-in-hand with care delivery; Making patients first with safe,
compassionate, high-quality care; Science to advance human health.
Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School is dedicated to excellence in
medical education and to developing ethical and culturally competent physicians.
Students are encouraged toward a lifelong commitment to learning and
professional growth.
Education Mission: The medical education program aspires to be a nationally
recognized program. It is a patient-centered program that prepares medical
learners to become resilient and adaptable physicians who provide high value,
ethical and appropriate healthcare in an ever changing system; communicate
respectfully and effectively in a patient and family centered fashion; collaborate
with other health care professionals to devise treatment plans and strategies for
adherence and self-care, tailored to the needs and preferences of the patient;
integrate the scientific underpinnings of clinical medicine and best evidence into
daily practice; and who distinguish themselves as medical professionals in
discovery, service and leadership.
The longitudinal Physician Development and Practice course and curricular
threads in evidence based medicine, health equity and health systems science
support the educational mission.
RWJMS is committed to fostering a diverse learning community of students, faculty
and staff from a broad spectrum of nations, cultures, and historical perspectives.
Our collective goal is to create an institutional consciousness of diversity reinforced
with equity and excellence through inclusion, non-discrimination, and pluralism for
all members of the University Community. Individuals with disabilities are important
members of a diverse culture on our campuses and RWJMS is committed to
complying with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Robert Wood Johnson Medical School seeks to broaden representation among the
student body. Our school aims to prepare our students to become competent,
compassionate, culturally aware and sensitive physicians in our increasingly
diverse society.
A key aspect of our mission is having graduates who can provide care “tailored to
the needs and preferences of the patient” and therefore we recruit and admit
students whose experiences and backgrounds can enrich the learning environment
and who share a wide range of perspectives. The health equity thread ensures our
students understand and can serve the community in which they practice. A
comprehensive communication curriculum ensures that students learn to
communicate with empathy and clarity. Student support services have been
enhanced with a THRIVE program that provides our students the tools they can
use to promote their own wellness and better support their patients. Our graduates
engage in a wide range of enrichment activities and distinguish themselves in
areas such as research, medical education, leadership, entrepreneurship, global
health, humanities, and service to the community, to name a few. They are
prepared to practice in a variety of health care environments from the academic
medical center to local community hospitals, to office practices, federally qualified
health center and the home. They fulfill the school’s missions by pursing a wide
range of specialties, including primary care.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
NM
University of New Mexico School of Medicine
Our mission is to advance the health of all New Mexicans by educating and
increasing the diversity of health professionals, leaders and scientists, providing
outstanding and compassionate medical care, advocating for the health of all New
Mexicans, and pursuing new knowledge and excellence of practice.
Mission Impact in Admissions
• We utilize a Holistic Review approach when assessing the experiences, attributes
and metrics of applicants. Once minimum requirements have been met, we blind
interviewers to the MCAT, GPA and academic record of applicants. This allows us
to select applicants who align with our mission and who are committed to
improving healthcare in our local communities.
• We recognize the importance of rural and community physicians in addressing
health equity issues. By involving them in our admissions committee they provide
valuable perspectives to the selection process and contribute to a more diverse
medical community.
• In an effort to support applicants from rural and underserved communities or low
socioeconomic backgrounds, we provide post application workshops, and
individual consultations with specific recommendations to help individuals improve
their future applications.
Mission Impact in Medical School Curriculum
• We provide students with the opportunity to engage in faculty-mentored scholarly
projects related to health care issues in local communities. The focus on the Rural
and Urban Underserved Program (RUUP) adds a significant dimension by allowing
students to work directly with medically underserved communities.
• The Practical Immersion Experience is a 6-week rural community-based clinical
preceptorship, where students live in the assigned community. This provides a
unique and immersive learning opportunity with first-hand experience to observe
and understand daily life in a rural community, gaining insights into the specific
community healthcare challenges and needs.
• Medical students participate in Learning Communities, which provide students
with a support structure that includes a faculty mentor and upper classmates. This
fosters a sense of community and mentorship, creating a supportive environment
for students.
• Incorporating Cultural Humility into our curriculum provides opportunities for
students to learn about the populations they serve, such as teaching about use of
birthing sashes in Navajo births and cleansing ceremony for local tribal and Native
students. This approach enriches educational experience for students, and
prepares them to provide culturally sensitive and patient-centered care.
Mission Impact in Medical School Student Support
• The HSC Center for Native American Health plays a pivotal role in addressing
health-related needs and fostering collaboration within Native American
Communities. Its specialization in various areas include; student and workforce
development, community engagement, community-based participatory research,
community health assessment capacity building, program planning, and project
management.
• The Learning Environment Office focuses on creating and maintaining positive
learning environments that are essential for the wellbeing and success of both
learners and teachers at the School of Medicine. The initiatives, such as the
speaker series, demonstrate a commitment to fostering respect and inclusion.
Mission Impact in Graduates
• In 2023, US News and World Report ranked UNM SOM #4 in Most Diverse, #11
(tie) for Family Medicine, #4 for Primary Care, and #2 for Most Graduates
Practicing in Medically Underserved Areas
• Approximately 40% of all MDs and DOs licensed in New Mexico trained at UNM
• UNM-trained physicians are practicing in 29 of New Mexico’s 33 counties
• 43% of all UNM-trained MDs practicing in New Mexico are in primary care
specialties of Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics & Gynecology and/or
Pediatrics
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
NV
Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV
The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV is a LCME accredited, full-scale,
four-year allopathic medical school that is an integral part of a vibrant, research-
intensive public university. The medical school's mission is to improve access to
high-quality health care in Nevada by increasing the number of physicians and
trained specialists who are committed to serving the region. One of the primary
goals of the Kerkorian School of Medicine is to provide diverse and medically
underserved populations access to timely, high-quality health care. The
accompanying academic health center serves as the core infrastructure for the
entire medical community and generates top-quality research that spans the basic
and clinical sciences.
NV
University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine
The mission of the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine is to improve
the health and well-being of all Nevadans and their communities. We achieve our
mission through an institutional commitment to diversity and inclusion and a
commitment to excellence in education, research, and clinical care.
At UNR Med, we recognize that people are our strength; and our core values
include a commitment to improve and innovate; to serve with integrity, and to
succeed with trust and respect.
NY
Albany Medical College
We are committed to improving health by attaining the highest standard of quality
in care delivery, education, and research initiatives. As an academic medical
system, we will deliver the best possible experience for all patients wherever we
interact with them. We will foster teaching, learning and discovery, fiscal
responsibility, and adaptability to change. The Albany Med Health System is
committed to promoting and advancing the value and strength of people from all
communities.
NY
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Albert Einstein College of Medicine is a research-intensive medical school. For
more than 60 years, our diverse faculty and staff have set the standard for
excellence in medical and graduate education and patient-centered clinical care,
and have made major contributions to scientific research enhancing human health
in our communities and beyond. Our mission is to prepare a diverse body of
students to become knowledgeable, compassionate physicians and innovative
scientific investigators, and to create new knowledge.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
NY
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians
and Surgeons
The guiding vision of Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and
Surgeons (VP&S) reads: “We aspire to transform human health by driving
discovery, advancing care, and educating leaders.” We do this work in an
environment that values excellence, equity, and respect and provides opportunities
for students to put those values into action.
At VP&S, we aspire to educate the next generation of physician leaders to serve
our neighboring, national, and global communities using the lens of diversity,
equity, inclusion, and justice to promote the health and state-of-the-art care of
patients.
The values of humanism, collaboration, inquiry, transformation, growth, and
wellness individually and together inspire our every effort in pursuit of this goal.
To best prepare our graduates for their future careers, the college recently updated
its medical education program objectives to focus on the domains of:
• Patient Care
• Medical Knowledge
• Practice-Based Learning and Improvement
• Interpersonal and Communications Skills
• Professionalism
• Systems-Based Practice
• Anti-Racism, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity
• Inquiry
Through these domains, VP&S prepares its graduates to be leaders and role
models who define excellence in patient care, medical research, education,
community and population health, and healthcare policy. VP&S empowers
students to transform health care by setting the standards of medicine in the
United States and beyond. Their guided exposure and training will allow them to
exhibit the highest principles of humanism and professionalism in their
responsibilities to their patients, to their community, and to society.
The curriculum at VP&S prepares graduates to question data and discover new
insights; to compassionately educate patients, students, and residents; and to
provide the highest quality of equitable patient care. The additional competencies
of anti-racism, inclusion, diversity, equity, and inquiry support our shared
commitment to innovative, evidence-based, and equitable approaches to medical
education.
Beginning in the winter of their third year, our students explore their interests in
medicine through diverse electives. Students also have the opportunity to drive
discovery through their scholarly projects. Our faculty are eager to help trainees
and provide opportunities—whether that be for research in an area of interest, in
education or social sciences, or in service to an underserved community in the
United States or abroad. In 2021, we formally launched the VP&S Anti-Racism
Coalition (ARC), an interdisciplinary effort by students and staff to promote a
sustainable culture of inclusion and diversity. Its ongoing goal is to create, adopt,
and strengthen anti-racist educational systems and practices and to support equity
and justice throughout the VP&S learning environment.
These activities occur with the active support of a robust student affairs office.
Each student is assigned an Advisory Dean who provides opportunities for career
and specialty exploration and provides career counseling in small group and
individual settings. We also encourage active involvement in VP&S activities,
including programs that enrich student life and enhance leadership skills. The
VP&S Club hosts a variety of activities to meet the diverse interests of our
students, offering everything from specialty interest groups to programs in
advocacy.
The best example of how VP&S helps students put their values to work is the
portfolio of opportunities to work in the community. Columbia medical students not
only live in Washington Heights, they partner with organizations in the
neighborhood to pursue common goals in improving individual and public health.
Students have created and participate in five student-run clinics for uninsured or
underinsured neighbors. Many VP&S students point to these clinics as the reason
they chose to attend VP&S.
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State
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Mission Statement
NY
CUNY School of Medicine
The mission of the City University of New York (CUNY) School of Medicine/Sophie
Davis Biomedical Education Program is to provide access to medical education to
a diverse, talented pool of students from underserved communities, of limited
financial resources, and of racial/ethnic backgrounds underrepresented in the
medical profession, and to produce broadly-educated, highly-skilled physicians and
primary care practitioners to provide quality services to underserved communities.
NY
Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at
Hofstra/Northwell
The School of Medicine, in a culture of community, scholarship, and innovation, is
dedicated to inspiring diverse and promising students to lead and transform
medicine for the betterment of humanity.
The School of Medicine aims to establish itself as a revered institution of higher
medical education by means of accomplishing the following visionary objectives:
To be a premier "Millennial Medical School"
To be a major contributor to the redefining of medical education
To have positively changed the University, Northwell Health and the community
To have improved the health of the region
NY
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai advances science, medicine, and
health care delivery for the benefit of humanity through a culture of excellence,
innovation, collaboration, and inclusive diversity. We conduct groundbreaking
research; educate and nurture the next generation of exceptional clinicians,
researchers, teachers, and leaders; and deliver the most advanced compassionate
care with an unwavering commitment to health equity.
NY
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical
Sciences at the University at Buffalo
We strive to advance health and wellness across the lifespan for the people of
New York and the world by educating tomorrow's leaders in medicine and
biomedical sciences that are capable of conducting innovative research and
delivering outstanding clinical care.
NY
New York Medical College
New York Medical College is a graduate health sciences university whose purpose
is to educate physicians, scientists, public health specialists, and other healthcare
professionals, and to conduct biomedical and population-based research. Through
its faculty and affiliated clinical partners, the College provides service to its
community in an atmosphere of excellence, scholarship and professionalism. New
York Medical College believes the rich diversity of its student body and faculty is
important to its mission of educating outstanding health care professionals for the
multicultural world of the 21st century. This commitment to diversity and inclusion
is woven into the fabric of the institution. Students come from across the US,
representing a broad range of racial, ethnic, cultural, economic and educational
backgrounds. Underrepresented minorities comprise approximately 20% of the
student body.
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State
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Mission Statement
NY
NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine
MISSION
NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine's mission is to develop preeminent
physician leaders and a diverse workforce through scholarship and innovative
medical education design anchored in the principles of primary care and health
systems science.
VISION
Our vision is to improve the health of the communities we serve by advancing
medical education, scientific discovery, and comprehensive, equitable,
collaborative health care delivery.
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NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine (NYUGLISOM) is one of two
distinct medical schools under the nationally ranked NYU Langone Health System
banner affiliated with New York University (NYU). Our mission is to address the
growing physician workforce shortage of general practitioners in primary care fields
and empower our graduates to become leaders in the delivery of high-quality,
value-based, coordinated, and equitable healthcare that is patient-focused, family-
centered and community-based.
Our pioneering, three-year, accelerated undergraduate medical education program
combines innovations in medical education together with exceptional clinical
training that is anchored in the principles of primary care and health systems
science. By streamlining entry into clinical practice by one full year, we enable our
graduates to impact the health of the community as soon as possible. Further, we
are the only medical school in the country that, upon admission, pair students'
acceptance with the offer of a directed pathway to residency in specific primary
care fields including: internal medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics & gynecology and
general surgery. Three-year Full-Tuition Scholarships are awarded to all students
regardless of financial need or merit and need-based Debt-Free Scholarships to
students who financially qualify - to help pay for costs of attendance above tuition -
enabling our students to graduate unencumbered by excessive student debt.
Our holistic admissions review process directly aligns with our primary care
mission and three-year, accelerated educational program that offers of a directed
pathway to residency at the time of matriculation. We seek exceptionally qualified
candidates who demonstrate (1) a clear commitment to the principles of primary
care and (2) significant experience in the field of medicine associated with their
selected residency track. Candidates with a demonstrated interest in family
medicine are also strongly encouraged to apply and are considered through the
internal medicine track.
To best prepare our graduates to become critical thinkers and life-long learners,
NYUGLISOM’s curriculum has a strong emphasis on ‘active learning’ that
incorporates a problem-based, small-group, collaborative approach. Unparalleled
longitudinal support, advising, and mentoring is also an integral part of the program
to insure students' success and well-being in all aspects of their medical school
journey. Additionally, the small-size of our program fosters a unique sense of
community and comradery among students, faculty and senior leaders which
directly aligns with the team-based mindset that personifies a primary care
physician.
As a young and vibrant medical school, the entire NYUGLISOM community takes
great pride in the success of our graduates who serve as exemplars of our primary
care mission and vision - many of whom have become leaders in their residency
programs, continue to be engaged in impactful scholarly research, and selflessly
give back to the communities they now serve.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
NY
NYU Grossman School of Medicine
At NYU Grossman School of Medicine, we strive to recruit and accept an
academically talented, interpersonally gifted, and broadly diverse student body with
the collective ability and desire to deliver excellence in clinical care, research, and
medical education to all members of the diverse patient populations we serve. The
admissions committee strives to identify applicants we believe are poised to
become tomorrow’s physician leaders. We are interested in applicants who are
committed to meeting the needs of our patients, community, and the medical
profession at large, as well as those prepared to thrive in our culture of excellence.
NY
Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook
University
The primary goals of the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook
University are to 1) advance the medical sciences by translating cutting-edge
biomedical science into diagnostic, therapeutic and prognostic advances, 2)
develop a diverse cadre of caring and skilled physicians and biomedical scientists
who are outstanding candidates for graduate and specialty training programs, 3)
deliver compassionate clinical care in an efficient, state-of-the-art, safe and cost-
conscious fashion, and 4) reach out to multiple communities to enrich both our
citizens and ourselves. We should train our graduates and faculty to value and
apply the scientific method and evidence-based medicine to the solution of clinical
problems. They will integrate clinical, biomedical and behavioral knowledge in
order to promote the health and well-being of patients and our communities. They
will value lifelong learning and be able to locate, critically evaluate and integrate
new scientific and clinical findings that advance the science of medicine. Our
healthcare practitioners will develop a deep appreciation for the healing dynamic of
the physician-patient relationship, in which compassionate care is manifested by
attentive listening, empathy, respect and commitment. They will provide highly
competent, safe and patient-centered care while demonstrating the highest level of
professionalism and sensitivity to the diverse personal and cultural contexts in
which medical care is delivered. We should instill in each Renaissance School of
Medicine graduate and faculty member the willingness to accept the professional
responsibility to model and teach compassionate and diligent care in such a way
as to inspire these virtues in others, regardless of circumstances. Simply put, our
mission is to educate physicians and investigators in the biomedical and clinical
sciences so that they are well-prepared to advance the frontiers of research,
education, clinical practice and advocacy. Diversity is a core institutional value,
including all aspects of human differences (such as socioeconomic status, race,
ethnicity, language, nationality, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion,
geography, disability, and age) that permeates our educational, clinical, and
research activities. Research Programs: Advance medical knowledge by fostering
active programs in basic, clinical and translational research. Trainees and their
mentors will advance their research through communication and interaction with
investigators throughout the University, the SUNY system and the national and
international communities.
Educational Programs: Achieve excellence in educating trainees for careers in
clinical practice, medical education and biomedical research by: Providing broad-
based medical knowledge and clinical skills, Developing professional behavior,
Encouraging mastery of core competencies, Preparing students for continued
intellectual growth as members of an evolving medical culture devoted to
compassionate care, patient safety and the scientific method. Clinical Programs:
Deliver state-of-the-art, compassionate, safe, patient-centered and cost-conscious
clinical care to our patients. Develop an Accountable Care Organization that
establishes and implements best practices across our inpatient, faculty outpatient
and captive physician networks. Create a clinical information infrastructure that
allows for hardwiring quality care initiatives and for mining of de-identified patient
data warehouses to establish testable hypotheses of clinical causality. Community
Outreach Efforts: Make every effort to recruit and retain persons of color to
Renaissance School of Medicine faculty, staff and trainees at all levels. Engage
community healthcare systems in clinical research efforts that understand the
barriers to high quality access and implement pilot projects to eliminate these
barriers.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
NY
State University of New York Upstate Medical
University Alan and Marlene Norton College of
Medicine
The primary mission of SUNY Upstate is the education of health professionals and
biomedical research. Upstate's clinical faculty and healthcare professionals commit
themselves to education and patient care, demonstrating excellence and
compassion. In pursuing its mission, Upstate provides its faculty, staff, students,
and volunteers an environment of mutual trust and respect, with opportunities to
grow personally and professionally and to make a positive difference in the lives of
others.
NY
SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University
College of Medicine
SUNY Downstate Medical Center
- To provide outstanding education to future physicians, scientists, nurses and
other healthcare professionals
- To advance knowledge through cutting edge research and translate it into
practice
- To care for and improve the lives of our globally diverse communities
- To foster an environment that embraces cultural diversity
NY
University of Rochester School of Medicine and
Dentistry
At the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry we improve the
health of individuals and populations through an innovative medical education
program that emphasizes inclusion, humility, and personal growth. We inspire
diverse learners to become compassionate leaders in medicine and science by
emphasizing collaboration, discovery and excellence.
We are guided by the core principle of Meliora, meaning “Ever Better.” We are a
medical school where individuals achieve their highest objectives, unhindered by
constraints on access, creativity, or participation. Our students are exposed to new
opportunities and perspectives. Through the Double Helix Curriculum, early clinical
experiences and our revolutionary biopsychosocial model, developing doctors who
see not only disease, but the entire person. Mentored research, international
experiences, pathways and community outreach opportunities complement our
curriculum. We foster the knowledge, skills, and behaviors of the physician/
scientist/humanist and combine evidence-based medical science with the
relationship-centered art that is Rochester medicine's distinctive trademark.
NY
Weill Cornell Medicine
WCMC is committed to excellence in research, teaching, patient care, and the
advancement of the art and science of medicine. To this end, our mission is to
provide the finest education possible for medical students, to provide superior
continuing medical education for the lifelong education of physicians throughout
their careers, to conduct research at the leading edge of knowledge, to improve the
health care of the nation and world both now and for further generations, and to
provide the highest level of clinical care for the communities we serve.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
OH
Case Western Reserve University School of
Medicine
Our Mission
To improve global health by linking research to populations in a superb educational
environment.
Our Approach
We utilize an extraordinary consortium of medical school faculty across all
Cleveland medical institutions to create integrated teams of experts to educate our
trainees, link disciplines to discover the mysteries and treatment of serious
diseases, and understand and eliminate health inequities in Cleveland and across
the world.
Since 1843, the CWRU School of Medicine has been dedicated to enhancing
human health and has been a leader and innovator in the fields of medical
education and biomedical research. Building upon its proud history while
embracing today's challenges, the School's mission remains unchanged: to
educate future physicians who will care for patients with mastery, creativity and
compassion, in a setting that fosters collegiality, leadership, and excellence in
scholarship and research.
The goal of our admissions process is to further the mission of the Case Western
Reserve University School of Medicine, which includes excellence in medical
education, discoveries in translational science, and improving community health.
To best meet the needs of the diverse populations in Ohio and beyond, and to
achieve the goals of the institution, the School of Medicine's admissions process
uses a balanced and holistic approach that considers an applicant's academic
metrics, experiences, personal attributes, and story in order to achieve the
educational benefits of a diverse student body and future physician work force.
The Admissions Committee also recognizes that many applicants who are
underrepresented in medicine come from geographically, socioeconomically, and
educationally disadvantaged backgrounds, and that people from these
backgrounds are more likely to eventually serve disadvantaged, underserved and
marginalized populations. As such, our admissions selection approach also
considers the disadvantaged status, as broadly defined, in the decision-making
process.
OH
Northeast Ohio Medical University
NEOMED College of Medicine, through education, research, and public service,
inspires medical students to become exemplary patient care-centered physicians.
We seek to improve the health and quality of life of the communities of Ohio and
beyond, including those both diverse and underserved.
OH
Ohio State University College of Medicine
The Ohio State University College of Medicine seeks to recruit self-directed
learners who are driven to become empathetic physicians providing evidence-
based, compassionate medical care. The Admissions Committee will assemble a
class that displays diversity in background and thought, strong intellect, and the
potential to improve people's lives through innovation in research, education,
patient care and community service.
OH
The University of Toledo College of Medicine and
Life Sciences
The mission of The University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences is
to improve health in the communities and region we serve. We do this by
educating excellent clinicians and scientists, by providing patient centered and
high-quality care and by producing nationally recognized research in focused
areas.
Our Vision:
The University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, with its partner
ProMedica, is nationally recognized for education and focused research, and
regionally distinguished for comprehensive clinical care.
Our Values:
Both statements above reflect the College’s core values of professionalism,
service, diversity, collaboration and discovery.
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OH
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
We work together in a spirit of collaboration, inclusion, and service: To educate
and train the physicians, scientists, and health professionals of tomorrow; To
advance knowledge through impactful, innovative research; To improve health and
well-being through compassionate, patient-centered care.
OH
Wright State University Boonshoft School of
Medicine
To educate culturally diverse students to become excellent physicians by focusing
on generalist training that is integrated, supported, and strengthened by specialists
and researchers, all of whom value patient-focused care, community service, and
research, and have passion for improving health in their communities.
OK
University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
The University of Oklahoma provides our students the best educational experience
through excellence in teaching, research and creative activity, and service to the
state and society. New facilities and technology - plus an internationally prominent
faculty - will undoubtedly make the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
and the College of Medicine one of the next century's regional leaders in
education, research, and patient care. OU Medicine believes that caring for our
patients with honesty and integrity is essential. We strive for teamwork, effective
communication, respect and continual improvement in education and research.
OR
Oregon Health & Science University School of
Medicine
It is the mission of the School of Medicine to enhance human health through
programs of excellence in education, research, health care and public service to
the larger community including underserved populations. In achieving these goals,
the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) School of Medicine seeks to
establish an educational environment that challenges its students to strive for
academic excellence and fosters the development of compassion, humanism,
professionalism, and cultural competence in the care of patients from their first
days in the classroom to their final rotation in the hospitals and clinics. A
fundamental priority throughout OHSU is to enable all students to fulfill their
potential as human beings and as health care professionals while effectively
meeting the health-related needs of the multiple communities they will serve.
PA
Drexel University College of Medicine
Drexel University College of Medicine delivers innovative biomedical education in
an environment that embraces inquiry and collaboration, founded on excellence in
patient care, and based on a culture of, and respect for diversity. These principles
are built upon the College's legacy of a firm commitment to meeting the healthcare
needs of the communities in which we live and work.
PA
Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
Geisinger College of Health Sciences, School of Medicine will educate aspiring
physicians and scientists to serve society using a community-based, patient-
centered, interprofessional and evidence-based model of education that is
committed to inclusion, promotes discovery and utilizes innovative techniques.
PA
Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University is dedicated to excellence in
education, research and patient care, achieved by faculty, staff and learners who
represent and serve our diverse society. The School provides:
- Education that is patient-centered, instilling in learners the School's ethic of
human service and lifelong learning
- Research that advances and integrates basic and clinical science
- Patient care that is administered with compassion and understanding, utilizing
contemporary knowledge and techniques
PA
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State College of
Medicine, and Penn State Children’s Hospital are committed to enhancing the
quality of life through improved health, the professional preparation of those who
will serve the health needs of others, and the discovery of knowledge that will
benefit all. We are committed to the education of medical students, medical
researchers, and others in the health professions. We seek to enroll students with
exceptional personal qualities from broadly diverse backgrounds and will provide
them with an innovative education based on present and future health needs.
Graduates will be prepared to practice in a wide variety of specialties, different
health care settings, and broadly diverse communities.
PA
Perelman School of Medicine at the University of
Pennsylvania
Our mission is to advance knowledge and improve health through research, patient
care, and the education of trainees in an inclusive culture that embraces diversity,
fosters innovation, stimulates critical thinking, supports lifelong learning, and
sustains our legacy of excellence.
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State
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Mission Statement
PA
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas
Jefferson University
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University is committed to:
educating physicians who will form and lead the integrated healthcare delivery and
research teams of tomorrow; discovering new knowledge that will define the future
of clinical care through investigation from the laboratory to the bedside, and into
the community; and setting the standard for quality, compassionate and efficient
patient care for our community and for the nation. We recognize that a diverse
community is imperative to achieving excellence in patient care, education, and
research. As we carry out our mission, we are committed to the highest standards
of professionalism and aspire to be a community of discovery, learning, and
inclusion.
PA
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Pitt Med's mission is to improve the health and well-being of individuals,
communities and populations through cutting-edge research, innovative
educational programs in medicine and biomedical science, and leadership in
academic medicine. We strive to implement this mission with the highest
professional and ethical standards in a culture of diversity, inclusion and cultural
humility. Our commitment is to foster an environment that enables all students,
faculty, staff and the communities we serve to develop to their fullest potential.
PR
Ponce Health Sciences University School of
Medicine
The mission of PHSU's School of Medicine is to educate bilingual ethical
professionals who provide compassionate, culturally competent health care and
generate high impact research to reduce health disparities in the populations we
serve in Puerto Rico and the US, through high quality education in a diverse
environment.
PR
San Juan Bautista School of Medicine
We are committed to educating a diverse generation of physicians and other health
professionals. Graduates will have the knowledge, skills, values and competence
to pursue career options in medicine, deliver high quality care, and conduct clinical
research. The school’s special interest is centered on community health,
conducting research on translational community medicine, and on graduating
physicians who are responsive to the health needs of underserved and medically
vulnerable populations.
PR
Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine
The mission of the UCC-SOM is to form competent diverse health professionals
with an excellent academic preparation within a humanistic and holistic framework.
Our guiding principle is to ensure that our graduates possess a strong sense of
professionalism and commitment to their social duties and to service to Puerto
Rico and Hispanic communities in the mainland.
PR
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine
Provide quality education for diverse and competent biomedical sciences
researchers and physicians with the scientific, professional and ethical knowledge,
skills and attitudes needed to provide excellent health services, with empathy and
humanism, at the forefront of technology.
Generate new knowledge through biomedical, clinical, translational and community
research to promote and seek solutions to local and global health problems.
Provide quality inter-professional health care services while contributing to the
formulation of public policy in health sciences and education in Puerto Rico.
RI
The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown
University
To support and promote the health of individuals and communities through
innovative medical education programs, research initiatives, and clinical excellence
in service to society and to improve the health and wellness of all.
SC
Medical University of South Carolina College of
Medicine
The MUSC College of Medicine is committed to developing outstanding physicians
who will deliver the highest quality patient care with compassion and
professionalism. Our students are equipped to be exemplary members of
interprofessional teams and address complex needs of diverse populations. The
educators and leaders at MUSC are committed to the advancement of scientific
discovery, teaching and learning, and diversity and inclusion. MUSC graduates are
highly competitive for matching into residencies and fellowships at prestigious
institutions across the nation in a wide variety of specialties.
SC
University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Columbia
We serve the people of South Carolina and beyond through exemplary health and
medical education, transformative research, and compassionate care for all.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
SC
University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Greenville
Mission: Educate future physicians committed to improving the health and
wellness of your family and your community through creative teaching, innovated
research and quality clinical care
Vision: Cultivate a culture of curiosity and commitment to others to transform the
health and wellness of communities
SD
University of South Dakota, Sanford School of
Medicine
The mission of the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine is to
provide the opportunity for South Dakota residents to receive a quality, broad-
based medical education with an emphasis on family medicine. The curriculum is
to be established to encourage graduates to serve people living in the medically
underserved areas of South Dakota and is to require excellence in the basic
sciences and in all clinical disciplines.
The University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine is to provide to its
students and to the people of South Dakota excellence in education, research and
service. To these ends, the School is to provide educational pathways leading to
both the Doctor of Medicine and the Doctor of Philosophy Degrees. Quality health
care for the people of South Dakota is addressed by undergraduate, graduate and
continuing educational programs as well as by basic and applied medical research.
The Sanford School of Medicine should serve as a technical resource in the
development of health care policy in the state and provide extension and research
initiatives to improve the health care of the citizens of the state.
TN
East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen
College of Medicine
The primary mission of the Quillen College of Medicine is to educate future
physicians, especially those with an interest in primary care, to practice in
underserved rural communities. The College is also committed to excellence in
biomedical research and is dedicated to the improvement of health care in
Northeast Tennessee and the surrounding Appalachian region.
As a major health care provider for East Tennessee, the College endeavors to
meet community and regional health needs by identification, creation, and
execution of the necessary programs through utilization of its diverse resources. In
view of this responsibility, the college emphasizes primary care disciplines as the
focus of medical practice and training programs throughout recruitment and
enrollment. Rural/primary care predictors are a large focus in the selection
process to further align with this mission.
Quillen provides encouragement and exposure to the school and this lasting
mission through ongoing visits, both on and off campus, with schools from across
the state and host several different programs for high school and college students.
The College offers the Extending Quillen to the Underserved through an Integrated
Program (EQUIP) for selected high school and college level students. Additionally,
we offer the new Tri-Trails Program which is an accelerated program for those
interested in family medicine, internal medicine, or pediatrics. For this training the
College has an experienced and qualified faculty in the biological, behavioral, and
clinical sciences. In addition to the full-time faculty, a number of practicing
physicians in the community participate in the educational process as both part-
time and volunteer faculty.
Furthermore, learning communities and extensive counseling activities/services
have been implemented for students. These communities allow students to be a
part of smaller groups which promote health, wellness and community service
projects. Quillen students actively participate in health fairs and other activities
throughout our area including numerous rural locations.
As a result, over 50% of Quillen graduates select primary care residencies. The
majority of our graduates remain in or return to the state for practice. The majority
also practice in the residency they select and many gravitate to rural and
underserved areas for practice.
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Mission Statement
TN
Meharry Medical College
Meharry Medical College is a global academic health sciences center advancing
health equity through innovative research, transformative education, exceptional
and compassionate health services, and policy-influencing thought leadership.
True to its legacy, Meharry empowers diverse populations to improve the well-
being of humankind. The School of Medicine is dedicated to the educational,
intellectual, professional, and personal development of a diverse group of
exceptional students, faculty, residents, and staff who are deeply committed to the
study and practice of medicine. These are our core values: accountability with
transparency; equity with inclusion; respect with collegiality; service with
compassion; and integrity without exception.
TN
Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine at Belmont
University
Our Mission: The Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine at Belmont University is
dedicated to cultivating diverse physician leaders of character who embrace a
whole-person approach to healing in a community of service-learning, inspired by
character and the love and grace of Christ.
Our Vision: Shaping medicine through transformative whole person care.
We are united by a common set of value statements:
Love Learning
Lead by Serving
Live with Integrity
Heal Together in Humility
Welcome Difference
Wellness, why, profession and personal formation. We're whole people - so are our
patients.
Learn more: https://www.belmont.edu/medicine/about/
TN
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
College of Medicine
Transforming lives through collaborative and inclusive education, research/
scholarship, clinical care, and public service is the mission of the University of
Tennessee Health Science Center.
The College of Medicine aims to improve the health of Tennesseans and our
society as a whole by providing an exceptional and nurturing environment for the
education of students and physicians, by contributing to advances in medical
science, and by providing health services of the highest quality.
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Mission Statement
TN
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
The Vanderbilt University School of Medicine administers degree programs that
provide students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes they will need to practice
safe, effective, ethical, evidence-based, and patient-centered health care in the
21st century, and to contribute to the knowledge base supporting it.
Our Mission
The vision of Vanderbilt University School of Medicine is to shape a future in which
all persons reach their full health potential.
The core values of Vanderbilt University School of Medicine are integrity, inclusion,
humility, equity, mutual respect, and excellence.
The mission of Vanderbilt University School of Medicine is to catalyze the
advancement of impactful discovery, servant leadership, and lifelong learning.
In order to carry out this mission, we make these strategic commitments:
*To nurture the growth of clinicians, scientists, and educators who will serve and
lead their local, national, and global communities.
*To create, implement, and disseminate new knowledge that expands
understanding of health, disease, and healthcare systems.
*To teach, learn, and provide compassionate, personalized caring of the highest
quality for every patient who seeks our service and to strive to achieve health
equity in the populations we serve.
*To embrace a culture of lifelong learning, critical thinking, and innovation so that
we will continuously improve in all we do.
*To build a diverse community of faculty, staff, and students that expands the
richness of our learning environment and enhances excellence in all of our
endeavors.
*To cultivate a caring atmosphere and workforce that seeks to eliminate structural
racism, promote justice, and establish racial equity in all endeavors.
TX
Anne Burnett Marion School of Medicine at TCU
Our mission is to transform health care by inspiring Empathetic Scholars™.
Our Vision
To be a leader in medical education, delivery of care and scholarship. We do this
by focusing intentionally on the constellation of:
Character – integrity, empathy, humanism, professionalism
Content – medical knowledge, technology, innovation, integration
Context – patient-centered models, cultural sensitivity, health care systems,
finance, ambulatory settings, patient safety, chronic disease prevention and
management
Creativity – innovation, inquisitive scholars
Collaboration – team-based care, patient and family partnerships, shared decision-
making
Community – servant leadership, public education, partnership, leadership
Communication – exceptional communicators, active listeners
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State
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Mission Statement
TX
Baylor College of Medicine
Baylor College of Medicine's Mission:
Baylor College of Medicine is a health sciences university that creates knowledge
and applies science and discoveries to further education, healthcare and
community service locally and globally.
Baylor College of Medicine's Vision:
Improving health through science, scholarship and innovation
Baylor College of Medicine's Values:
Respect, integrity, innovation, teamwork, excellence
SOM Mission:
BCM School of Medicine develops diverse, compassionate physician leaders and
educators who provide expert patient-centered care to diverse populations,
supported by evidence based practice and scientific innovation.
SOM Vision:
BCM School of Medicine serves as a model for innovation and excellence in
medical education pedagogy.
Through personalization of training, we empower our learners and faculty to 1)
care for a diverse community of patients 2) educate the next generation of
physician leaders 3) pursue scientific discovery
TX
McGovern Medical School at the University of
Texas Health Science Center at Houston
To educate a diverse body of future physicians and biomedical scientists for a
career dedicated to the highest ideals of their profession; to provide outstanding
patient-centered care; and to conduct innovative research that benefits the health
and well-being of the population of Texas and beyond.
Core Values:
- Deliver compassionate patient care focusing on effectiveness, quality, safety, and
service
- Provide a competency-based curriculum emphasizing integrity and
professionalism
- Embrace a culture of lifelong learning, evidence-based practice, open inquiry, and
scholarship
- Cultivate professional and respectful communication
- Support the health and well-being of students, faculty, and staff
- Promote interprofessional collaboration
- Support leadership and innovation in teaching, research, and service
- Advocate for excellent care for the underserved and for the reduction of health
care disparities
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Mission Statement
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Texas A&M University School of Medicine
Our MISSION is to improve the health and well-being of the people of Texas
through excellence in education, research and health care delivery. Founded by
the Teague-Cranston Act, Texas A&M University School of Medicine was created
to serve the under-served populations of Texas with the core values of Texas A&M
University, namely Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity and Selfless
Service. Today, we are leading the way for 21st century medicine through
research, clinical care, medical education, community impact, and innovation.
Our VISION is to develop the innovators and leaders in medicine and biomedical
research who will transform American medicine in the 21st century.
THREE DISTINCT PRIORITIES. Established in 1977 with a charter class of 32
students, the School of Medicine has evolved into a dynamic, student-centered
institution focused on the future of medicine and advancing three distinct priorities:
(1) Transformational Education for All Students: Bolstering each student’s
education by giving life-changing experiences and granting timely graduation with
low debt
(2) Discovery and Innovation for the World: Addressing the world’s most formidable
problems through collaborative research and entrepreneurial approaches
(3) Influence on the State, Nation and the World: Integrating Texas A&M’s land-
grant origins with its top-tier research strengths to serve the state, nation and world
THREE AREAS OF FOCUS distinguish the School of Medicine:
(1) Rural Population Health: The School of Medicine brings health care where it’s
needed most. Through our keen focus on rural populations and innovative care
delivery, the college eliminates health disparities throughout Texas.
(2) Military Medicine: The School of Medicine honors Texas A&M University’s rich
military legacy. Through our unique relationship with the TAMU Corps of Cadets,
military academies and veteran populations, the college improves the lives of
military members and their families.
(3) Innovation Through Engineering: The School of Medicine makes the
impossible, possible - by creating systems and technologies that address health
care’s greatest challenges and bringing together the brightest minds in health care
and engineering.
MEDICAL EDUCATION is the thread that creates a singular vision for future and
current students, researchers, alumni and practicing physicians. By impacting
education and training at all levels, the School of Medicine fosters achievement of
career goals and the transformation of health care for patient populations. Our
curriculum brings flexibility and individualization to the education process, to create
lifelong-learners and bring better health care to all. The School of Medicine
implements an updated and fully integrated curriculum providing students with a
pre-clerkship curriculum of 18 months. Students embark on their pre-clerkship
training at the Bryan-College Station campus for 12 months and then transition to
their campus designations for the remaining 3 years of training. Students have
several options for study across our campuses – each has a distinct environment
and offerings for education and lifestyle. The school provides clinical training
through affiliated medical facilities in Bryan-College Station, Corpus Christi, Dallas,
Fort Hood, Houston, San Antonio and Temple. The school is committed to
providing an environment that promotes the Aggie Core Values, inclusiveness and
compassion in its future physicians and scientists. Our emphasis on highly
integrated materials, organ systems-based instruction and institutionalized
programs for support between class years is proving to produce physicians with
the knowledge, expertise and vision to meet the challenges facing today's.
ACCREDITATION. In June 2020, the Texas A&M School of Medicine was re-
accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) for eight years,
with the next site visit scheduled for the 2027–28 academic year.
TX
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Paul
L. Foster School of Medicine
The mission of the Paul L. Foster School of Medicine is to provide exceptional
educational and development opportunities for our diverse learning community,
advance knowledge through research and innovation, and serve the needs of our
border region and beyond.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
TX
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
School of Medicine
To enhance the overall health and outcomes for communities in which we serve,
we seek to recruit students, faculty and senior administrative staff and admit
individuals who have ties to West Texas or who come from or have an interest in
serving rural areas, including those who may come from socioeconomically
disadvantaged or first generation backgrounds.
The core foundational value of including the different cultures, lifestyles, personal
beliefs and ideas of all those we serve - and serve alongside - provides a positive
impact on the health of our regional, national and global societies. We achieve this
by producing physicians with core values who are competent and capable of
making positive impacts on the health of an ever changing demographic and the
communities in which they serve.
As we pursue excellence in health care education, research and patient care, we
will be ever mindful of the unity that is gained through our collective strengths.
TX
The University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine
The School of Medicine’s mission is fourfold:
Community Engagement: Embed the School of Medicine within East Texas,
focusing on communication, responsiveness, inclusion and community. The School
of Medicine is East Texas, and everything we do will be in partnership with our
communities.
Education: Recruit, support and develop a diverse and representative healthcare
and research workforce from East Texas, focused on reducing health disparities in
East Texas.
Research: Develop an array of biomedical, clinical, translational and population-
based research programs focused on understanding and eliminating health
disparities in East Texas.
Clinical: Expand access to top-quality healthcare in the local communities of East
Texas by developing and implementing innovative healthcare systems and
leveraging existing infrastructure and programs.
TX
The University of Texas Health Science Center at
San Antonio Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long
School of Medicine
The mission of the School of Medicine is to serve the needs of the citizens of
Texas by providing medical education and training to medical students and
physicians at all career levels and fostering an environment of life-long learning
that is flexible and emphasizes professionalism, with special commitment to the
preparation of physicians in both the art and science of medical practice;
conducting biomedical and other health-related research, with particular attention
to translational research; delivering exemplary health care; and providing a
responsive resource in health-related affairs for the nation and the state, with
particular emphasis on South Texas.
TX
University of Houston Tilman J. Fertitta Family
College of Medicine
The Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine is accountable to society for
improving the overall health and healthcare of the population of Greater Houston,
Texas and beyond by:
· Educating physicians who will provide compassionate, high-value care to
patients, families, and communities with a focus on primary care and other needed
physician specialties.
· Conducting interdisciplinary research to find innovative solutions to problems in
health and healthcare.
· Providing integrated, evidence-based, high-value care delivered to patients by
interprofessional teams.
· Engaging, collaborating with, and empowering under-served patient populations
and community partners to improve their health and healthcare
TX
University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School
Revolutionize how people get and stay healthy.
We are uniquely positioned to rethink today’s health challenges..
Dell Med’s vision of a vital, inclusive health ecosystem inspires our mission to
revolutionize how people get and stay healthy. We want to partner with you — a
future physician leader — to improve the lives of people in our community and
around the world.
Revolutionize how people get and stay healthy by:
• Improving health in our community as a model for the nation;
• Evolving new models of person-centered, multidisciplinary care that reward value;
• Accelerating innovation and research to improve health;
• Educating leaders who transform health care; and
• Redesigning the academic health environment to better serve society.
Curriculum
At Dell Med, students learn and teach each other through case studies, studying
art to foster empathy, applying knowledge by caring for their patients and the
community — and more. All of this is enhanced by a heavy focus on value-based
care and health systems science so that graduates are equipped to be physician
leaders that revolutionize how people get and stay healthy.
Year 1: Essentials
The first year of medical education integrates scientific principles into clinical
presentations and health system contexts. Structured classroom and small group
time is limited to fewer than 20 hours per week, giving students flexibility for self-
directed study.
Year 2: Delivery
Students provide care during clinical clerkships in year two. Rotating through six
core clerkships in different clinical specialties over the course of a year, physicians-
in-training build upon their scientific understanding and clinical skills while working
through real cases with real people.
Year 3: Growth
Through individualized experiences in the third year students make progress
toward long-term goals and collaborate to improve health locally. A nine-month
“Innovation, Leadership and Discovery” block affords the opportunity to complete a
large, independent Distinction in Discovery and Inquiry project or dual degree.
Distinction Options
Clinical Innovation and Design:
Research: Basic, Clinical or Translational
Population Health
Student Entrepreneur in Residence
Dual Degree Options:
Master of Arts in Design
Master of Business Administration
Master of Education
Master of Public Affairs
Master of Public Health
Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering
Master of Arts in Humanities, Health & Medicine
Year 4: Exploration
Leading up to medical residency, students continue to build advanced clinical skills
through clinical courses.
Student example:
Josh Timmons, a 2021 graduate, created Good Apple as part of the Student
Entrepreneur in Residence distinction. Good Apple works with local farmers to
source its produce and with to provide healthy groceries for families in need.
Timmons - “Increasing food access is a problem we can solve, and we have the
resources in our community to do it.”
Read more about Josh and the work he and his team are doing: https://
dellmed.utexas.edu/news/
Student Affairs
Personal growth occurs best within a tight-knit community. Dell Med’s focus on
team-based learning is applied to Student Affairs so students grow together in a
social context. The University and school resources provide multiple avenues to
gain any support needed.
Selection Criteria
In order to admit students with best fit for our mission, we look for evidence of
excellence in 4 domains:
1) Personal Attributes
2) Life Experiences
3) Academic Ability
4) Mission Contribution
Mission Contribution
Every part of your application is evaluated to determine where it demonstrates the
presence or absence of the qualities aligning most closely with our mission. The
secondary application in particular provides you with the opportunity to reflect on
how your past experiences demonstrate the ways in which you “fit” our mission.
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Mission Statement
TX
University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School
Revolutionize how people get and stay healthy.
We are uniquely positioned to rethink today’s health challenges..
Dell Med’s vision of a vital, inclusive health ecosystem inspires our mission to
revolutionize how people get and stay healthy. We want to partner with you — a
future physician leader — to improve the lives of people in our community and
around the world.
Revolutionize how people get and stay healthy by:
• Improving health in our community as a model for the nation;
• Evolving new models of person-centered, multidisciplinary care that reward value;
• Accelerating innovation and research to improve health;
• Educating leaders who transform health care; and
• Redesigning the academic health environment to better serve society.
Curriculum
At Dell Med, students learn and teach each other through case studies, studying
art to foster empathy, applying knowledge by caring for their patients and the
community — and more. All of this is enhanced by a heavy focus on value-based
care and health systems science so that graduates are equipped to be physician
leaders that revolutionize how people get and stay healthy.
Year 1: Essentials
The first year of medical education integrates scientific principles into clinical
presentations and health system contexts. Structured classroom and small group
time is limited to fewer than 20 hours per week, giving students flexibility for self-
directed study.
Year 2: Delivery
Students provide care during clinical clerkships in year two. Rotating through six
core clerkships in different clinical specialties over the course of a year, physicians-
in-training build upon their scientific understanding and clinical skills while working
through real cases with real people.
Year 3: Growth
Through individualized experiences in the third year students make progress
toward long-term goals and collaborate to improve health locally. A nine-month
“Innovation, Leadership and Discovery” block affords the opportunity to complete a
large, independent Distinction in Discovery and Inquiry project or dual degree.
Distinction Options
Clinical Innovation and Design:
Research: Basic, Clinical or Translational
Population Health
Student Entrepreneur in Residence
Dual Degree Options:
Master of Arts in Design
Master of Business Administration
Master of Education
Master of Public Affairs
Master of Public Health
Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering
Master of Arts in Humanities, Health & Medicine
Year 4: Exploration
Leading up to medical residency, students continue to build advanced clinical skills
through clinical courses.
Student example:
Josh Timmons, a 2021 graduate, created Good Apple as part of the Student
Entrepreneur in Residence distinction. Good Apple works with local farmers to
source its produce and with to provide healthy groceries for families in need.
Timmons - “Increasing food access is a problem we can solve, and we have the
resources in our community to do it.”
Read more about Josh and the work he and his team are doing: https://
dellmed.utexas.edu/news/
Student Affairs
Personal growth occurs best within a tight-knit community. Dell Med’s focus on
team-based learning is applied to Student Affairs so students grow together in a
social context. The University and school resources provide multiple avenues to
gain any support needed.
Selection Criteria
In order to admit students with best fit for our mission, we look for evidence of
excellence in 4 domains:
1) Personal Attributes
2) Life Experiences
3) Academic Ability
4) Mission Contribution
Mission Contribution
Every part of your application is evaluated to determine where it demonstrates the
presence or absence of the qualities aligning most closely with our mission. The
secondary application in particular provides you with the opportunity to reflect on
how your past experiences demonstrate the ways in which you “fit” our mission.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
TX
University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School
Revolutionize how people get and stay healthy.
We are uniquely positioned to rethink today’s health challenges..
Dell Med’s vision of a vital, inclusive health ecosystem inspires our mission to
revolutionize how people get and stay healthy. We want to partner with you — a
future physician leader — to improve the lives of people in our community and
around the world.
Revolutionize how people get and stay healthy by:
• Improving health in our community as a model for the nation;
• Evolving new models of person-centered, multidisciplinary care that reward value;
• Accelerating innovation and research to improve health;
• Educating leaders who transform health care; and
• Redesigning the academic health environment to better serve society.
Curriculum
At Dell Med, students learn and teach each other through case studies, studying
art to foster empathy, applying knowledge by caring for their patients and the
community — and more. All of this is enhanced by a heavy focus on value-based
care and health systems science so that graduates are equipped to be physician
leaders that revolutionize how people get and stay healthy.
Year 1: Essentials
The first year of medical education integrates scientific principles into clinical
presentations and health system contexts. Structured classroom and small group
time is limited to fewer than 20 hours per week, giving students flexibility for self-
directed study.
Year 2: Delivery
Students provide care during clinical clerkships in year two. Rotating through six
core clerkships in different clinical specialties over the course of a year, physicians-
in-training build upon their scientific understanding and clinical skills while working
through real cases with real people.
Year 3: Growth
Through individualized experiences in the third year students make progress
toward long-term goals and collaborate to improve health locally. A nine-month
“Innovation, Leadership and Discovery” block affords the opportunity to complete a
large, independent Distinction in Discovery and Inquiry project or dual degree.
Distinction Options
Clinical Innovation and Design:
Research: Basic, Clinical or Translational
Population Health
Student Entrepreneur in Residence
Dual Degree Options:
Master of Arts in Design
Master of Business Administration
Master of Education
Master of Public Affairs
Master of Public Health
Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering
Master of Arts in Humanities, Health & Medicine
Year 4: Exploration
Leading up to medical residency, students continue to build advanced clinical skills
through clinical courses.
Student example:
Josh Timmons, a 2021 graduate, created Good Apple as part of the Student
Entrepreneur in Residence distinction. Good Apple works with local farmers to
source its produce and with to provide healthy groceries for families in need.
Timmons - “Increasing food access is a problem we can solve, and we have the
resources in our community to do it.”
Read more about Josh and the work he and his team are doing: https://
dellmed.utexas.edu/news/
Student Affairs
Personal growth occurs best within a tight-knit community. Dell Med’s focus on
team-based learning is applied to Student Affairs so students grow together in a
social context. The University and school resources provide multiple avenues to
gain any support needed.
Selection Criteria
In order to admit students with best fit for our mission, we look for evidence of
excellence in 4 domains:
1) Personal Attributes
2) Life Experiences
3) Academic Ability
4) Mission Contribution
Mission Contribution
Every part of your application is evaluated to determine where it demonstrates the
presence or absence of the qualities aligning most closely with our mission. The
secondary application in particular provides you with the opportunity to reflect on
how your past experiences demonstrate the ways in which you “fit” our mission.
TX
University of Texas Medical Branch John Sealy
School of Medicine
John Sealy School of Medicine at UTMB will strive to create tomorrow's medicine
today by discovery and application of new knowledge, and by inspiring lifelong
learning and clinical excellence. We will accomplish this mission through innovative
leadership and a steadfast commitment to scholarship and service excellence by:
1) Educating and inspiring skilled physicians and scientists who are dedicated to
lifelong learning and reflect the diversity of the people whom we serve.
2) Enhancing the well-being of our global community by expanding the frontiers of
our basic and applied scientific knowledge and its translation from the bench to the
bedside.
3) Improving the health of all individuals by providing outstanding evidence-based,
compassionate, culturally fluent patient care, which recognizes the utmost
importance of human interest, values, and dignity.
4) Sharing our talents to form partnerships with others — individuals, communities,
governments, foundations, schools/universities and industries — in the service of
our community, our state and the world
TX
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of
Medicine
We will transform the health of the4 Rio Grande Valley and beyond by providing
advanced academic medicine through these five pillars:
* Innovative Education
* Life-Changing Research and Discoveries
* High Quality Patient-Centered Care
* Serving our Community
* Sustainability and a Culture of Entrepreneurship
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USA
State
Medical School
Mission Statement
TX
University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
The mission of UT Southwestern Medical School is:
Promoting health and a healthy society that enables individuals to achieve their full
potential
We:
EDUCATE
Physicians, scientists, and caregivers optimally prepared to serve the needs of
patients and society
DISCOVER
Research that solves for unmet needs by finding better treatments, cures, and
prevention with a commitment to ensuring real world application
HEAL
Best care possible today, with continuous improvement and innovation for better
care tomorrow
UT
Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the
University of Utah
The Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah serves all
people and communities of Utah and the Intermountain West by intentionally
supporting and improving individual and community health outcomes and quality of
life. This is achieved through excellence in equitable patient care, education, and
research by:
-Purposefully educating physicians, scientists, and health care professionals to
ensure compassionate, equitable, patient-centered care to all, prioritizing
communities of greatest need.
-Serving rural and underserved communities by prioritizing and acting to address
social determinants of health to eliminate structures and practices that lead to
health disparities among all people.
-Engaging in scholarly research to advance knowledge, innovation, well-being, and
health equity for all people.
-Fostering a culture of belonging, anti-racism, and anti-discrimination through
strategic recruitment, retention, and recognition of efforts among students,
trainees, staff, faculty, and community partners.
VA
Eastern Virginia Medical School
Eastern Virginia Medical School is an academic health center dedicated to
achieving excellence in medical and health professions education, research and
patient care. We value creating and fostering a diverse and cohesive faculty,
professional staff and student body as the surest way to achieve our mission.
Adhering to the highest ethical standards, we will strive to improve the health of our
community and to be recognized as a national center of intellectual and clinical
strength in medicine and health professions. Our commitment to ensuring
institutional effectiveness is demonstrated by the continuous assessment
processes we use to improve program performance and student learning
outcomes.
VA
University of Virginia School of Medicine
At the University of Virginia School of Medicine, our mission is to transform health
and inspire hope for all Virginians and beyond. Our vision is to be the nation’s
leading public academic School of Medicine and the best place to work - while
transforming patient care, research, education and management with the diverse
communities we serve.
VA
Virginia Commonwealth University School of
Medicine
Our mission is to improve health through exceptional and innovative discovery,
training and patient care. With the help of our strategic plan, we will achieve our
vision of being known for the accomplishments of our trainees, faculty, staff and
alumni in research, education and patient care.
VA
Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine
VTC's mission is to develop physician thought leaders through inquiry, research
and discovery, using an innovative curriculum based on adult learning methods in
a patient-centered context. Our graduates will be physicians with outstanding
clinical skills and significantly enhanced research capabilities who will remain life-
long learners. The VTC physician will have an understanding of the importance of
interprofessionalism to enable them to thrive in a modern healthcare team.
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USA
State
Medical School
Mission Statement
VT
Robert Larner, M.D., College of Medicine at the
University of Vermont
We celebrate over 200 years of excellence in educating physicians and physician-
scientists and serving our local and global community.
The mission of the Larner College of Medicine at The University of Vermont is to
educate a diverse group of dedicated physicians and biomedical scientists to serve
across all the disciplines of medicine; to bring hope to patients by advancing
medical knowledge through research; to integrate education and research to
advance the quality and accessibility of patient care; and to engage with our
communities to benefit Vermont and the world. We achieve this mission through:
Admissions: Mission aligned
Holistic Review: Our applicant screening, interview, and acceptance processes are
guided by our mission. Each matriculating student exhibits excellence in one or
more of the specific tenets of our mission, be it research, experience with rural and
disadvantaged communities, or significant commitment to the betterment of
humanity. At the core of our university is a strong mission for social justice, which
appears in our medical school mission. Because we value the unique benefits of
social learning, our interview day includes a team-based activity to familiarize our
candidates with this teaching approach.
Student Affairs: Individualized- Timely- Compassionate
A strong, interdisciplinary, and robust team of student support professionals that
"hold" our students from the first day of Orientation until the day they are hooded
and earn their MD. The team includes Personal Health & Well-being, Academic
Support, & Intensive Career Planning that spans both of our campuses.
Curriculum : Innovative- Learner Centered- Engaging- Relevant
Our active learning approach to instruction is built on adult learning principles and
proven educational pedagogy. Our students construct knowledge through a variety
of teaching modalities. Larner provides rural and urban clinical opportunities on two
campuses in Vermont and Connecticut, where our learners engage with diverse
patient populations. Our two-campus model also allows students to select an
academic (VT) or community (CT) setting for their clinical rotations. Each student is
required to complete a community-focused public health project in their first year
that positions them to learn how to be present in a community and because this is
their passion. Check out our website for additional curricular opportunities!
The secret behind why we achieve our mission is our well defined culture of
professionalism. Each student who is admitted to Larner can expect to enter a
community that is committed to a culture of professionalism:
Our Larner College of Medicine community upholds the highest standards of
professionalism as we follow our passion for lifelong learning and improvement.
We demonstrate professionalism through integrity, accountability, compassion,
altruism, and social responsibility. We honor the trust our society has placed in us
as stewards of the art and science of medicine, relying on cultural humility,
kindness, and respect to guide our daily interactions. We expect all members of
our community to embrace these principles of professionalism as we strive to
conduct and support patient care, research, and education that are second to
none.
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USA
State
Medical School
Mission Statement
WA
University of Washington School of Medicine
The UWSOM is dedicated to improving the general health and well-being of the
public. As the pre-eminent academic medical center in our region and as a national
leader in biomedical research, we place special emphasis on educating and
training physicians, scientists, and allied health professionals dedicated to two
distinct missions:
- Meeting the health care needs of our region, especially by recognizing the
importance of primary care and providing service to underserved populations;
- Advancing knowledge and assuming leadership in the biomedical sciences and in
academic medicine.
The School has a special responsibility to the people in the states of WA, WY, AK,
MT, and ID. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse academic
community and to assuring that access to education and training is open to
learners from all segments of society, acknowledging a responsibility to the diverse
populations within our region. http://www.uwmedicine.org/education/about/mission
WA
Washington State University Elson S. Floyd College
of Medicine
To solve problems in challenging health care environments across the state of
Washington.
Our Mission in Action:
We seek to enroll candidates who most align with our mission and have similar
goals to serve all WA communities, especially underserved and rural. Below are
some examples of how we enact our mission.
Admissions:
• Holistic Review: Our admissions process truly balances an applicant’s
experiences and attributes with their metrics in alignment with our mission. Once a
threshold combination of GPA and MCAT have been met for a secondary, we blind
these metrics – no one ever sees MCAT and GPAs! .
• Focus on WA: We consider only those who have ties to/residency in WA. We
ultimately hope our graduates will choose to practice in and care for WA
communities.
• Experiences with rural and/or underserved communities: one of the key
experiences we are looking for are those who come from or have experience with
these communities.
Student Affairs:
• Financial education: Between 40-50% of our student body comes from low
socioeconomically backgrounds. It is important that we have resources to support
them. On our Student Affairs team, we have a Director for Financial Education who
meets with students each year to build a plan for debt management. This provides
our students with the insights to select a career specialty choice based on their
passion rather than their debt.
• Our student interest groups include those focused on the broad diversity including
Student National Medical Student Association, Latino Medical Student Association,
Women in Medicine, Military medicine, Non-Traditional Students, and LGBTQI+
Interest Group.
• We partner with the WSU Spokane Office of Native American Health Sciences
who helps support our American Indian and Alaska Native students. https://
spokane.wsu.edu/about/community-outreach/native-american-health-sciences/.
They also have a Center for Native American Health: https://spokane.wsu.edu/
native-health/center-for-native-american-health/
Curriculum, Assessment, and Learning Support:
• Rural/Urban Underserved Rotation: In Year 4, all students are required to
complete a rural underserved or urban underserved 4-week rotation as a
graduation requirement.
• Community-based medical school within a Land Grant institution: As a
community-based medical school, we train our students across Washington and
within diverse communities including rural, underserved, tribal clinics, and urban
clinic/hospitals. This provides our students with broad exposure to diverse
populations in WA to help inform them of the challenging health care problems that
exist.https://medicine.wsu.edu/community/
• Coaching: Every student will be assigned a faculty academic coach; one for the
pre-clerkship years and one for the clerkship years. This serves to further support
our students toward self-regulation and improvement. We also provide students
with a USMLE Step 1 Coach. More info about our Student Learning Center: https://
medicine.wsu.edu/about/departments-units/student-learning-center/
Graduates:
• We will have graduates that leave the state for their residency training. We hope
based on their connections to the state they will return to care for WA communities,
especially those that are rural and underserved.
Class of 2021 (inaugural class) residency match statistics:
o 39% matched in Washington
o 48% matched in the Pacific Northwest (Washington and Oregon)
o 72% matched in the Western Region of the US
Class of 2022 residency match statistics:
o 42.5% matched in Washington
o 55.5% matched in the Pacific Northwest (Washington and Oregon)
o 76% matched in the Western Region of the US
Class of 2023 residency match statistics:
o 23.5% matched in Washington
o 39.7% matched in the Pacific Northwest (Washington and Oregon)
o 57.3% matched in the Western Region of the US
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USA
State
Medical School
Mission Statement
WA
Washington State University Elson S. Floyd College
of Medicine
To solve problems in challenging health care environments across the state of
Washington.
Our Mission in Action:
We seek to enroll candidates who most align with our mission and have similar
goals to serve all WA communities, especially underserved and rural. Below are
some examples of how we enact our mission.
Admissions:
• Holistic Review: Our admissions process truly balances an applicant’s
experiences and attributes with their metrics in alignment with our mission. Once a
threshold combination of GPA and MCAT have been met for a secondary, we blind
these metrics – no one ever sees MCAT and GPAs! .
• Focus on WA: We consider only those who have ties to/residency in WA. We
ultimately hope our graduates will choose to practice in and care for WA
communities.
• Experiences with rural and/or underserved communities: one of the key
experiences we are looking for are those who come from or have experience with
these communities.
Student Affairs:
• Financial education: Between 40-50% of our student body comes from low
socioeconomically backgrounds. It is important that we have resources to support
them. On our Student Affairs team, we have a Director for Financial Education who
meets with students each year to build a plan for debt management. This provides
our students with the insights to select a career specialty choice based on their
passion rather than their debt.
• Our student interest groups include those focused on the broad diversity including
Student National Medical Student Association, Latino Medical Student Association,
Women in Medicine, Military medicine, Non-Traditional Students, and LGBTQI+
Interest Group.
• We partner with the WSU Spokane Office of Native American Health Sciences
who helps support our American Indian and Alaska Native students. https://
spokane.wsu.edu/about/community-outreach/native-american-health-sciences/.
They also have a Center for Native American Health: https://spokane.wsu.edu/
native-health/center-for-native-american-health/
Curriculum, Assessment, and Learning Support:
• Rural/Urban Underserved Rotation: In Year 4, all students are required to
complete a rural underserved or urban underserved 4-week rotation as a
graduation requirement.
• Community-based medical school within a Land Grant institution: As a
community-based medical school, we train our students across Washington and
within diverse communities including rural, underserved, tribal clinics, and urban
clinic/hospitals. This provides our students with broad exposure to diverse
populations in WA to help inform them of the challenging health care problems that
exist.https://medicine.wsu.edu/community/
• Coaching: Every student will be assigned a faculty academic coach; one for the
pre-clerkship years and one for the clerkship years. This serves to further support
our students toward self-regulation and improvement. We also provide students
with a USMLE Step 1 Coach. More info about our Student Learning Center: https://
medicine.wsu.edu/about/departments-units/student-learning-center/
Graduates:
• We will have graduates that leave the state for their residency training. We hope
based on their connections to the state they will return to care for WA communities,
especially those that are rural and underserved.
Class of 2021 (inaugural class) residency match statistics:
o 39% matched in Washington
o 48% matched in the Pacific Northwest (Washington and Oregon)
o 72% matched in the Western Region of the US
Class of 2022 residency match statistics:
o 42.5% matched in Washington
o 55.5% matched in the Pacific Northwest (Washington and Oregon)
o 76% matched in the Western Region of the US
Class of 2023 residency match statistics:
o 23.5% matched in Washington
o 39.7% matched in the Pacific Northwest (Washington and Oregon)
o 57.3% matched in the Western Region of the US
WI
Medical College of Wisconsin
Institutional Mission Statement: To be a national leader in the education and
development of the next generation of physicians and scientists, to discover and
translate new knowledge in the biomedical sciences, to provide cutting edge
interdisciplinary and compassionate clinical care of the highest quality and to
improve the health of the communities we serve.
Many new aspects of the MCWfusion Curriculum stem directly from our mission.
Doctoring Threads create opportunities for students to obtain the knowledge, skills
and attitudes required to be successful clinicians. Spiral Weeks allow students to
create and act on individual development plans for excellence and remediation and
develop meaningful connections with peers and faculty. Learning Communities will
become a longitudinal support system during medical school. Students will interact
with a small group of peers and a faculty navigator while nurturing their adaptive
learner skills and obtaining academic advising and coaching.
A goal specific to MCW-Green Bay and MCW-Central Wisconsin is to contribute to
ameliorating predicted physician shortfalls in primary care. Thus, the three-year
curriculum option available at those campuses emphasizes those specialties
needed for providing primary care where shortages have been identified including
primarily family medicine and psychiatry. Students attending MCW-Green Bay and
MCW-Central Wisconsin should have a deep interest in practicing in Wisconsin
and serving the needs across the state.
WI
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and
Public Health
Mission: Together, we are advancing health and health equity through remarkable
service to patients and communities, outstanding education, and innovative
research.
Vision: Healthy people. Healthy communities.
Values:
* Integrity and Accountability – Every person, every action, every time.
* Compassion – Treat all with kindness, understanding, and empathy.
* Diversity, Equity, Inclusivity – Advance health and health equity by respecting the
rights, dignity, and differences of all.
* Excellence – Strive for the very best in all we do.
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State
Medical School
Mission Statement
WV
Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of
Medicine
The Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine is a community-
based, Veterans Affairs affiliated medical school dedicated to providing high quality
medical education and postgraduate training programs to foster a skilled physician
workforce to meet the unique healthcare needs of West Virginia and Central
Appalachia. Building upon its medical education foundation, the school seeks to
develop centers of excellence in clinical care, including primary care in rural
underserved areas as well as focused and responsive programs of biomedical
science graduate study, biomedical and clinical science research, academic
scholarship and public service outreach. The School is committed to fulfilling its
mission by creating a diverse and inclusive academic community that is sustained
in a collegial and nurturing environment of life-long learning.
WV
West Virginia University School of Medicine
Improving the health and wellbeing of everyone we serve
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CAN
State
Medical School
Mission Statement
CAN
State
Medical School
Mission Statement
BC
University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine
The University of British Columbia’s MD Undergraduate Program strives to deliver
exemplary distributed medical education that prepares future physicians to
collaborate with patients and their circle of support in providing culturally safe,
high-quality healthcare for the diverse and changing populations in BC and
beyond, including Indigenous Peoples, people living in rural and remote
communities, and those who disproportionately experience adverse outcomes in
health care*.
Our graduates are prepared to engage with diverse communities and to embrace
generalist or specialist postgraduate training to further prepare them for medical
practice and to contribute innovative improvements to healthcare in BC and
globally.
The Program is grounded in the Faculty of Medicine’s vision “Transforming Health
for Everyone,” and embodies the values of respect, integrity, compassion,
collaboration and equity.
*People who disproportionately experience adverse outcomes in healthcare
include but are not limited to those experiencing inequity due to their race,
ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, gender identity, gender expression, sexuality,
socioeconomic status, or other markers of human diversity; older adults living with
complex health conditions; newcomers to Canada, people whose first language is
not English; people living with disabilities and/or chronic health needs, including
people living with mental illness and people who use substances.
MB
Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of
Health Sciences, University of Manitoba
- To develop, deliver and evaluate high quality educational programs for
undergraduate and postgraduate students of medicine and medical rehabilitation,
for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows in basic medical sciences and for
physicians to practice.
- To conduct research and other scholarly enquiry into the basic and applied
medical sciences.
- To provide advice, disseminate information to health professions and plan for the
development and delivery of health care services and to help improve health status
and service delivery to the Province of Manitoba and the wider community.
NL
Memorial University of Newfoundland Faculty of
Medicine
Working in the spirit of partnership and respect, the Faculty of Medicine is
committed to delivering integrated excellence in education, research and evidence
informed care; meeting the unique health needs of our rural, remote and urban
communities; and advocating for health equity, Indigenous health and healthy
populations.
To admit a culturally and socioeconomically diverse group of applicants who
demonstrate academic and personal excellence, and who exhibit multidimensional
interests and personal qualities that position them to succeed in the undergraduate
medical education program and ultimately meet the health needs of the diverse
communities we serve.
NS
Dalhousie University Faculty of Medicine
The mission of Dalhousie University's Faculty of Medicine is to drive excellence in
health and health care through world-class medical education and research, and
our commitment to social accountability. The Faculty of Medicine is responsible for
providing a program of undergraduate medical study such that graduates have the
knowledge, skills, professional behaviours and attitudes necessary to enter the
supervised practice of medicine in Canada
ON
McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School
of Medicine
"Together, Advancing Health Through Learning and Discovery."
ON
Queen's University Faculty of Health Sciences
As educational leaders delivering innovative interprofessional curriculum, we train
compassionate, resilient physicians to the highest calibre who will help change the
future of healthcare in their communities. We train physicians who are prepared to
address health equity and access issues, and to champion the needs of equity-
deserving groups through practice informed by the principles of generalism and
interprofessional collaboration.
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CAN
State
Medical School
Mission Statement
ON
The University of Western Ontario - Schulich School
of Medicine & Dentistry
The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry provides outstanding education within
a research-intensive environment where tomorrow's physicians, dentists, and
health researchers learn to be socially responsible leaders in the advancement of
human health.
ON
University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine
To expand our global leadership in a dynamic environment through
interdisciplinary innovation in medical education and research in health of
populations and patient-partnered care, in both official languages.
ON
University of Toronto Temerty Faculty of Medicine
University of Toronto, Temerty Faculty of Medicine's guiding vision :
Our learners, graduates, faculty, staff and partners will be an unparalleled force for
new knowledge, better health and equity.
We will cultivate and bring to life ideas that impact scholarship and society through
unprecedented collaboration drawing in the diverse voices of our research,
learning and clinical network.
QC
McGill University Faculty of Medicine and Health
Sciences
The advancement of learning through teaching, scholarship, and service to society
by offering the best education available; carrying out internationally-recognized
scholarly activities; and providing service to society in those ways for which we are
well-suited by virtue of our academic strengths. Read more at www.mcgill.ca/
medicine/about/our-vision-mission-values .
Please note that the langauge of course instruction is English on the Montreal
campus and French on the Outaouais campus; oral and written competency in
French is also required from the start of the program for students in Montreal as
clinical placements and observerships take place in Montreal and elsewhere in the
province of Quebec; students need to interact competently with patients,
physicians and other health professionals in both languages. The admissions
process is available in both languages, depending on the candidate's preference.
To learn more about French proficiency requirements, see: https://www.mcgill.ca/
medadmissions/applying/requirements/general-requirements/language
Le processus d'admission est disponible dans les deux langues, au choix du
candidat. En apprendre plus concernant les attentes pour les compétences
linguistiques en français ici: www.mcgill.ca/medadmissions/fr/postuler/exigences/
exigences-gen/langues
QC
Universite de Montreal Faculty of Medicine
The Faculty of Medicine of the Université de Montréal seeks through its
undergraduate medical program to provide medical knowledge, clinical skills and
professional attitudes so that students will be able to enter postgraduate training in
family medicine or medical specialization, or fields related to research, teaching, or
health care management.
QC
Universite de Sherbrooke Faculty of Medicine
Improve health and well-being of people and populations through education,
research, clinical services, and knowledge transfer.
SK
University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine
As a socially accountable organization, we improve health through innovative and
interdisciplinary research and education, leadership, community engagement, and
the development of culturally competent, skilled clinicians and scientists.
Collaborative and mutually beneficial partnerships with Indigenous peoples and
communities are central to our mission.
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